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Courtesy Call on State Minister for Foreign Affairs NAKASONE by H. E. Mr. Mario VATTANI, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Italy to Japan
November 6, 2026
On November 6, commencing at 3:30 p.m., for approximately 40 minutes, Mr. NAKASONE Yasutaka, State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, received a courtesy call by H.E. Mr. Mario VATTANI, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Italy to Japan.
- At the outset, State Minister NAKASONE welcomed the early realization of mutual visits by the leaders of both countries during this milestone year, the 160th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Italy. He expressed his hope that the two countries would further deepen their cooperation across a wide range of areas under their "Special Strategic Partnership."
- State Minister NAKASONE conveyed Japan's strong concerns regarding the EU's Industrial Accelerator Act, and requested that appropriate action be taken at the EU level. The two sides exchanged views on bilateral cooperation, including in the areas of security, economic security, and economy. They also discussed international situations, and concurred to further strengthen cooperation in the international arena.