Along with the state funeral of former Prime Minister Abe, the series of diplomatic visits by Prime Minister Kishida and the leaders of various countries, which has been held since the 26th, ended on the 28th.
On the 28th, Prime Minister Kishida held individual talks with 20 people, including South Korean Prime Minister Han Duk Soo, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen, and former British Prime Minister May, at the State Guest House in Minato Ward, Tokyo.
During a meeting with South Korean Prime Minister Han Duk-soo, Prime Minister Kishida said, ``At the passing of Mr. Abe, President Yoon Sung-yeol and many other South Koreans have expressed their sincere condolences. I would like to thank you from the bottom of my heart."
In response, Prime Minister Han said, "Last week, the leaders of Japan and South Korea met at the United Nations General Assembly and had a good talk. South Korea and Japan are important cooperative partners, and it is in the common interest to improve relations as soon as possible." I think it fits," he said.
Bearing in mind the issue of "recruitment" during the Pacific War, the two leaders agreed on the policy of accelerating communication between the diplomatic authorities in order to restore and develop Japan-Korea relations to a healthy one. Did.
The condolence diplomacy, which began on the 26th and lasted for three days, ended on the 28th, and Prime Minister Kishida met with about 40 heads of state during this period.
Looking ahead to next year's G7 Hiroshima Summit, Prime Minister Kishida intends to continue enhancing Japan's influence and presence in the international community through various diplomatic fora.
Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno "Beneficial exchanges on a wide range of topics"
At a press conference, Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno said, ``The participation of many dignitaries from all over the world is an expression of condolences for the Japanese people and respect for former Prime Minister Abe. We are having a multifaceted dialogue,” he said.
In addition, he said, "In conveying the intention to inherit and develop former Prime Minister Abe's diplomatic legacy, we will maintain and strengthen the international order based on the rule of law, promote a free and open Indo-Pacific for that purpose, and discuss issues related to North Korea. We have been able to have useful exchanges on a very wide range of topics, including issues, the situation in Ukraine, and collaboration to strengthen the functioning of the United Nations as a whole."