Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reaffirmed her government’s commitment to resolving the longstanding territorial dispute with Russia and signing a formal peace treaty, despite current strains in bilateral relations.
She also criticised Moscow’s actions in Ukraine, underscoring the urgent need for the conflict to end, Russian media reports.
In March 2022, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced it would halt negotiations with Tokyo over a peace treaty, citing Japan’s unilateral sanctions in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Moscow also suspended talks on joint economic activities on the southern Kuril Islands.
Takaichi highlighted that strengthening ties with the United States remains a key priority for Tokyo.
The Prime Minister also confirmed plans to visit Washington next month on an official state visit and pledged cooperation with the US on regional issues.
By Aghakazim Guliyev
