Japan-Iran Relations
Prime Minister Kishida’s Telephone Talk with President-elect Pezeshkian of Iran
July 22, 2024
On July 22, commencing at 4:10 p.m. (Japan time) for approximately 20 minutes, Mr. KISHIDA Fumio, Prime Minister of Japan, held a telephone talk with H.E. Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, President-elect of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The summary is as follows.
- At the outset, Prime Minister Kishida conveyed his intention to work together to further develop the Japan-Iran relations, based on the traditional friendly relationship with Iran.
- Both sides also exchanged views on the situation surrounding the Middle East. Prime Minister Kishida expressed his high hope for Iran to play a more constructive role towards the peace and stability of the Middle East and to advance cooperation with the international community.
- Both sides also exchanged views on Iran’s nuclear issue.
- Both sides concurred to continue to communicate with each other.