Foreign Minister Hayashi visited the US military nuclear-powered aircraft carrier deployed in the Pacific Ocean for joint training with the Self-Defense Forces.
After the visit, Minister Hayashi expressed his intention to further strengthen the Japan-US alliance.
Foreign Minister Hayashi landed on the deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, which is being deployed in the Pacific Ocean, with US Ambassador to Japan Emmanuel on the morning of the 23rd.
In addition to watching the takeoff and landing training of F35 fighters, we inspected the inside of the ship for about 3 hours, exchanging opinions with the commander and crew of the fleet.
After this, Minister Hayashi told reporters, "I was able to have a very meaningful exchange. From my point of view, as the security environment in the Indo-Pacific region becomes more severe, the activities of the carrier strike group are" free and open. It embodies America's commitment to the realization of the Indo-Pacific. "
On top of that, "The Japan-US alliance plays a role as the cornerstone of peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region and the international community. Further deterrence and coping power of the Japan-US alliance, including the drastic strengthening of Japan's defense capabilities. We will continue to work closely with the United States to strengthen it. "