As Russia's military invasion continues, Prime Minister Kishida said at the "Asia Security Council" to be held in Singapore next month that "free and open India" should not allow unilateral changes in the status quo by force in any region. I would like to call for cooperation toward the realization of the Pacific Ocean.
Prime Minister Kishida held a summit meeting with President Byden of the United States last week, and held a quad summit meeting of the four countries of Japan, the United States, Australia and India at the Prime Minister's Office, followed by individual meetings with the leaders of Southeast Asia. Is activating.
Then, in the middle of next month, the "Asia Security Conference" will be held in Singapore, where defense ministers from each country will exchange opinions on security in the Asia-Pacific region. Is proceeding.
Prime Minister Kishida argued that Russia should not allow unilateral changes in the status quo in any region as the military invasion by Russia continues and the foundation of the international order including Asia is shaken, and Japan's defense capabilities are drastically strengthened. I would like to explain the policy of strengthening and call for cooperation toward the realization of a "free and open Indo-Pacific".
If attendance is realized, it will be the first time in eight years since former Prime Minister Abe that the Japanese Prime Minister has attended the "Asia Security Council".