Japan-United States of America Relations

January 20, 2025

On January 20, commencing at 3:30 p.m. (local time. 5:30 a.m., Japan time.) for approximately 30 minutes, Mr. IWAYA Takeshi, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, who is visiting Washington D.C., held a meeting with Ambassador Richard Armitage, Former Deputy Secretary of State of the United States of America. The overview of the meeting is as follows.

  1. Minister Iwaya expressed his pleasure at having the opportunity to meet with Ambassador Armitage, a strong supporter of the Japan-U.S. alliance, during his first visit to the United States as Foreign Minister. He also expressed his gratitude for Ambassador Armitage's contributions in building the foundation of the Japan-U.S. relationship.
  2. The two sides exchanged views on regional affairs in the Asia Pacific region. The two sides also exchanged views on coordination of like-minded countries, including Japan-Australia-India-U.S., Japan-U.S.-Republic of Korea (ROK), and Japan-U.S.-Philippines.
  3. Both parties exchanged views on the importance of upholding and bolstering the Japan-U.S. relations and discussed cooperation to elevate the Japan-U.S. Alliance to new heights.

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