Details of the Joint statement from Pres. Trump and Japan PM Ishiba
In a joint statement, Reiterate opposition by China to change the status quo by force in the East China Sea.Opposition to Chinese militarization in the South China Sea was expressed, calling for a peaceful resolution of Taiwan Strait issues.Intention was confirmed to upgrade command and control frameworks of U.S. and Japanese forces, increasing bilateral presence in Japan's southwest islands.Concern was expressed over North Korea's nuclear program.The need to deter North Korea's cyber activities and increasing military cooperation with Russia was emphasized.Agreement was reached to increase exports of U.S. liquefied natural gas to Japan.Desire for stronger security and defense cooperation between Japan and the U.S. was highlighted.An invitation for a visit to Japan in the near future was accepted, as per a joint statement. This article was written by Greg Michalowski at www.forexlive.com.
In a joint statement,
- Reiterate opposition by China to change the status quo by force in the East China Sea.
- Opposition to Chinese militarization in the South China Sea was expressed, calling for a peaceful resolution of Taiwan Strait issues.
- Intention was confirmed to upgrade command and control frameworks of U.S. and Japanese forces, increasing bilateral presence in Japan's southwest islands.
- Concern was expressed over North Korea's nuclear program.
- The need to deter North Korea's cyber activities and increasing military cooperation with Russia was emphasized.
- Agreement was reached to increase exports of U.S. liquefied natural gas to Japan.
- Desire for stronger security and defense cooperation between Japan and the U.S. was highlighted.
- An invitation for a visit to Japan in the near future was accepted, as per a joint statement.
