As the military invasion of Ukraine, one of the world's leading grain exporters, continues and concerns about the food crisis increase, the Japanese government will hold the G7 Summit in Germany this month at the G7 summit, in addition to Ukraine, the Middle East and African countries. We are making adjustments in the direction of expressing support for Ukraine.
Concerns about the food crisis are rising in Germany this month, saying that Ukraine, one of the world's leading grain exporters, has been blocked by Russian troops from the port facing the Black Sea and is unable to export due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. “Food security” is expected to be the main agenda item at the G7 Summit to be held.
Under these circumstances, the Japanese government is making adjustments at the G7 Summit to announce support for Ukraine and other countries in the Middle East and Africa, which are greatly affected by food shortages. As a concrete measure, international organizations such as WFP = World Food Program Contribution of funds to the government is being considered.
In connection with this, Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno said at a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, "Russia's invasion of Ukraine has raised grain prices and increased the risk of global food insecurity, especially dependence on Ukrainian grains. The impact on the high-level Middle East and Africa is serious. "
He added, "Japan intends to continue to consider support that is close to the countries affected by the current situation in cooperation with the G7 and other international communities and organizations."