Defense Minister Kishi met with UAE's Defense Minister Bowaldi in a video conference format and said he was seriously concerned about the "Maritime Police Law," which allowed China to use weapons with the CCG. After explaining, they agreed that it is important to maintain a free and open maritime order based on the rule of law.
On the 10th, Defense Minister Kishi met with Defense Minister Bowaldi of the United Arab Emirates for about 30 minutes in a video conference format.
In this, Minister Kishi explained that the activities of the Self-Defense Forces dispatched to the Middle East region were extended until December, saying that it was necessary to continue to ensure the safety of vessels related to Japan. I asked for understanding and cooperation.
They confirmed that they would continue to work together and maintain close communication between defense authorities for peace and stability in the Middle East and to ensure the security of navigation.
He also explained that China has serious concerns about the "Maritime Police Law," which allowed the CCG to use weapons, as a problem from the perspective of international law. They agreed that it was important to maintain a free and open maritime order based on control.