TOKYO, July 1 -- Prime Minister and His Cabinet issued the following information:

[Provisional Translation]

I am Sanae TAKAICHI, Prime Minister of Japan.

First, I would like to express my sincere respect and appreciation to the Australia-Japan Society and the Australia Japan Business Co-operation Committee for their efforts in organizing today's commemorative dinner. I am deeply honored to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the signing of the NARA Treaty together with all of you.

During my visit to Canberra last month, I received a wonderful and warm welcome from Governor-General Mostyn, Prime Minister Albanese, and the people of Australia. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude once again.

Japan-Australia relations, which began...