Fiji, June 3 -- Japan has pledged continued support for Palau and closer cooperation ahead of key Pacific regional meetings, following talks between Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu and Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr in Tokyo.

The meeting took place on Tuesday on the sidelines of the Island States Ocean Summit, which is being organised by the Nippon Foundation in Tokyo from 03 - 04 June.

During the meeting, Foreign Minister Motegi reaffirmed Japan's commitment to supporting Palau across a range of sectors.

Minister MotegiI expressed his intention to continue supporting Palau's efforts across a wide range of fields, while taking into account Palau's needs, under the vision of the updated FOIP.

The Japanese Foreign Minist...