Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno welcomed Canada's announcement of its new Indo-Pacific Strategy, which positions China as a "disruptive global power," as a sign of its strong commitment to the region, and will further strengthen cooperation with Canada. I emphasized going on.
Canada announced a new strategy in the Indo-Pacific region on the 27th, positioning China as a "disruptive global power" emerging by ignoring international rules and norms, while recognizing Japan as its most important friendship. We have set out a policy to strengthen ties as a country.
Regarding this, Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno said at a press conference in the afternoon, "This is Canada's first Indo-Pacific strategy, and Japan welcomes it as it demonstrates its strong commitment to the Indo-Pacific region." .
In addition, Prime Minister Abe touched on the announcement of the "Japan-Canada Action Plan" with Canada last month, which also contributes to a "free and open Indo-Pacific," and emphasized his intention to further strengthen cooperation with Canada.