Press Releases
The release of the crew of the MV Galaxy Leader
(Statement by Press Secretary KITAMURA Toshihiro)
January 23, 2025
- It is a relief for us to learn that the crew of the MV Galaxy Leader, which had been held by the Houthis, was released on January 22.
- Japan, in cooperation with the G7 and other like-minded countries, has been urging the Houthis and working with other countries concerned to release the crew and the vessel itself. We highly appreciate the efforts of the Sultanate of Oman and all the countries concerned in achieving the release.
- Japan reiterates that the right and freedoms of navigation must be respected and will continue its diplomatic efforts toward the cessation of attacks by the Houthis and the early release of the Galaxy Leader's vessel itself.