Japan’s Motegi: Will work towards providing access to vaccine across globe

In his speech on Tuesday, the Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi touched upon various aspects, concerning the economy while calling for efforts for free and open Indo Pacific trade.

Key quotes

No one is safe until everyone is safe in terms of coronavirus, Japan will work towards providing access to vaccine across globe.

Geopolitical situation surrounding Japan is becoming increasingly difficult.

We will work with US, quad countries, Europe, and south east Asia to realise vision for a free and open Indo Pacific.

Want to work with other countries on issues such as climate change and supply chain issues.

We must manage issues appropriately with China and Russia, and maintain a stable relationship.

Want to promote Japan’s economic diplomacy.

We must show leadership in ridding the world of nuclear weapons.

Protecting technology and securing supplies are becoming increasingly important.