German Prime Minister Olaf Scholz, who is visiting Japan, said at an event held in Tokyo that "it is important for Germany and Japan, which share common values, to exercise leadership," to Ukraine, where the military invasion from Russia continues. He emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation between the two countries through the support of Ukraine.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has been visiting Japan for the first time since his inauguration in December last year on the 28th.
Prime Minister Olaf Scholz attended an event held by the German Chamber of Commerce in Japan in Tokyo and gave a speech to 150 executives of Japanese and German companies.
"The military invasion by Russia is an attack on the peaceful order and universal human rights of the international community. At the turning point of the world, we will take decisive action and unite and support," Scholz said. Pointed out the need to respond.
He said, "It is important for Germany and Japan, which share common values, to exercise leadership," and emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation between the two countries, such as by supporting Ukraine.
On the other hand, he emphasizes the relationship with Japan in order to diversify the economic relations in Asia, saying, "It is necessary to once again consider which country and what kind of interdependence the technology and resources have." Showed the posture.
Prime Minister Olaf Scholz is expected to hold a summit meeting with Prime Minister Kishida to discuss the response to the situation in Ukraine and economic partnerships.