U.S. President Joe Biden reaffirmed his support for hosting the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics during a conversation with Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, Kyodo News and NHK reported, citing the Japanese government.
According to reports, the talks between the leaders took place intermittently for about 10 minutes by sitting or standing at the event hall of the seven major UK summits.
Prime Minister Suga said, "We will do everything we can to ensure that the tournament is safe and secure," while President Biden said, "Of course, I support you."
According to the White House, President Biden said that all sanitation measures are needed to protect athletes, event officials and spectators.
When Prime Minister Suga visited the United States in April and met with President Biden, the joint statement included "President Biden supports Prime Minister Suga's efforts to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games this summer in a safe and secure manner." .
Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron said in a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Suga on the same day that he was "looking forward to attending the opening ceremony" of the Tokyo Olympics, which is scheduled to start on the 23rd of next month, and Prime Minister Suga responded "welcome".
Previously, Japanese media reported that support for the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics would be reflected in the joint statement of the G7 summit at the strong request of the Japanese government.