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State Minister for Foreign Affairs KUNIMITSU's Video Message for the Reception Commemorating the 120th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between Japan and the Kingdom of Norway
November 10, 2025
On November 7, Dr. KUNIMITSU Ayano, State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, delivered a video message for the reception commemorating the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and the Kingdom of Norway, which was hosted by the Embassy of Japan in Norway. The overview is as follows:
- In her video message, State Minister KUNIMITSU congratulated the 120th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Norway, and welcomed the fact that various related events have been successfully held throughout the year in both countries.
- State Minister KUNIMITSU also stated that Norway is an important strategic partner for Japan, and that concrete cooperation has been steadily progressing in various areas including security, economy, and people-to-people exchanges.
- Furthermore, State Minister KUNIMITSU stated that, in the current international situation of heightened uncertainty, cooperation between the two countries is more important than ever, and she is committed to furthering the development of the friendly relations between Japan and Norway.
