Fumio Kishida

“To have a stable Japan-China relationship serves the interests of not only the United States but for the whole Asia-pacific region. For the region's peace and stability, the United States' role is vital.”

“Unilateral attempt to change the status quo by force, like Russia's aggression against Ukraine this time, should never be tolerated in Indo-Pacific.”

“I'm determined to defend our land, territorial seas and air space, and the people's lives and assets, no matter what.”

“As the E.U. started out as the European Coal and Steel Community during the Cold War, I aim for the 'Asia Zero-Emission Community.'”

“Monetary policy should be decided by the comprehensive assessment of various factors, not only the exchange rate but also the economy, inflation and its impact on small companies.”

“Russia's invasion of Ukraine is a clear violation of international law as well as an attempt to unilaterally change the status quo by force, and it is totally unacceptable.”

“Our primary relationship is with the United States, but we will strongly stand up against any Chinese efforts to unilaterally change things in the region, such as in the East China Sea.”

“The reality is that the leader of a country cannot choose the era in which the person takes that leadership position.”

“Japan has been, and will remain, a strong advocate for strengthening the safeguard system of the International Atomic Energy Agency, an indispensable instrument for preventing any diversion of nuclear materials to nonpeaceful use. We also continue to promote stringent export control in Asia and globally.”

“Despite the establishment of a peaceful post-Cold War order, proliferation continued. Nuclear risks became more diverse.”

“We will be fully prepared to respond to any possible scenario in East Asia to protect the lives and livelihoods of our people.”

“Nuclear terrorism is a risk that the world must tackle with the utmost resolve.”

“Russia's aggression against Ukraine undermines the foundation of global order, and we can in no way allow whatsoever such attempts to change the status quo by force wherever it may be in the world.”

“Too much dependence on the market has led to growing inequality and poverty, and too much stress on nature has exacerbated the problem of climate change.”

“While Japan has traditionally lagged in digital uptake, COVID-19 has given Japan a chance to leap-frog its digitization efforts.”

“It's important to expand households' financial asset income to create a broad middle class.”

“Russian aggression against Ukraine is an act that tramples on the vision and principles of the U.N. Charter.”

“Japan welcomes the launch of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework - IPEF - by President Biden, and will participate and cooperate in this initiative.”

“While monetary policy affects foreign exchange, it also has a major impact on the burden of interest payments by small- and medium-sized enterprises.”

“New Zealand is famous around the world for sports, including rugby and yachting. In Japan the black jersey and the haka of the All Blacks are appreciated not just by rugby fans, but by many.”