Prime Minister Kishida met with the newly appointed US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel for the first time.
We exchanged opinions on the regional situation surrounding China and North Korea, and agreed to continue to work closely with Japan and the United States.
At a meeting at the Prime Minister's Office, Prime Minister Kishida said, "Welcome a credible ambassador to President Biden symbolizes the strength of the current Japan-US alliance. I want you to play an active role. "
On the other hand, Mr. Emmanuel said, "Prime Minister Kishida's policy includes'investment in people', but it is necessary to open a window of opportunity for everyone, and he is working on a wonderful policy. I pay tribute to you. "
They exchanged opinions on the regional situation surrounding China and North Korea, and efforts toward a world free of nuclear weapons, and agreed to continue to work closely with each other.
There was also a discussion about additional tariff measures on Japanese steel products, etc., which the United States enforced during the previous Trump administration.
"We would like to take leadership together to strengthen the friendship and alliance between Japan and the United States," Emmanuel told reporters.
Prior to this, Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno also met with Mr. Emmanuel and asked for his understanding and cooperation in resolving the abduction issue by North Korea.