Japan-Pakistan Relations

April 13, 2026
Japanese

On April 13, commencing at 4:15 p.m. for approximately 15 minutes, Ms. TAKAICHI Sanae, Prime Minister of Japan, held a summit telephone call with H.E. Mr. Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.

  1. At the outset, Prime Minister TAKAICHI paid tribute and expressed her support to the mediation efforts made by Prime Minister Sharif and Pakistan, regarding the U.S-Iran talks held in Islamabad. She explained Japan’s position that what matters most is that de-escalation, including ensuring the safety of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, is steadily achieved, and that a final agreement should be reached promptly through dialogue.
  2. Prime Minister TAKAICHI also explained that Japan has been closely communicating with both the United States and Iran at the head of states level and taking diplomatic efforts toward an early de-escalation of the situation.
  3. In addition, Prime Minister TAKAICHI emphasized that restoring the stabilization of the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic chokepoint for global logistics and an international public good, is urgently needed, and that it is essential to ensure the safety of navigation as soon as possible for all vessels, including those of Japan and other Asian countries.
  4. Prime Minister Sharif explained about the talks between the United States and Iran held in Islamabad as well as Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts, and stated that he would like to work with Japan towards an early de-escalation of the situation and the safety of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
  5. The two leaders concurred on continuing close communication.
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