Israeli Palestinian Peace Negotiations Saudi Foreign Minister "Expectations for Japan's Role" November 22, 7:20
Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Faisal, who chairs the G20 Summit at the summit of 20 major countries, expressed his hope for Japan's role in resuming the suspended peace talks between Israel and Palestine.
Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Faisal responded to an independent interview with NHK online on the 21st.
In this, Foreign Minister Faisal commented on the peace talks between Israel and Palestine, saying, "Since Japan has a good relationship with Israel and Palestine, it is important to create an environment where discussions can be held and return both sides to the negotiation table to contribute to the international community. I can play a role in Japan, "he said.
Also, regarding the agreement between three countries, including UAE = United Arab Emirates, to normalize diplomatic relations with Israel, which has been in conflict for many years, "It is very difficult for Israel to withdraw from the annexation of settlements. It was important to us, "he said.
On the other hand, regarding the normalization of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel, he remained cautious, saying, "If a Palestinian state including East Jerusalem is established and the Palestinian problem is resolved, diplomatic relations will be normalized."
In addition, in connection with Saudi Arabia's plan to produce and export ammonia, which contains a large amount of "hydrogen" as fuel for power generation, in a form that does not impose a burden on the environment, Foreign Minister Faisal said, "Japan is environmentally friendly. It is an extremely important partner because it is promoting a sustainable energy policy, "he said, expressing his expectations for Japan, which aims to popularize hydrogen energy as an export destination.