TOKYO, March 24 -- Prime Minister and His Cabinet issued the following information:
On March 24, 2026, Prime Minister Takaichi attended a Ministerial Meeting on the Situation in the Middle East at the Prime Minister's Office.
At the meeting, the participants engaged in discussions on the situation in the Middle East and related matters.
Based on the discussion, the Prime Minister stated:
"I appreciate the dedication you all have shown. Maintaining peace and stability in the Middle East, including the safety of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, is of the utmost importance to Japan and the international community, including from the perspective of ensuring a stable energy supply. We intend to continue seizing various opportunities to co...