Hayashi calls on Mongolia to work for global solidarity over Ukraine www.nhk.or.jp
Japan's Foreign Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa has called on Mongolian President Ukhnaa Khurelsukh to work for international solidarity in talks about the fighting in Ukraine.
Hayashi began his visit in Mongolia on Sunday. Mongolia shares a border and friendly relations with Russia.
Hayashi's meeting with Khurelsukh was on Monday.
The Mongolian president told Hayashi that his country finds an immediate ceasefire and de-escalation of the situation crucial. He also explained that the country has been providing Ukrainians with humanitarian assistance.
Hayashi noted Russia's military aggression to Ukraine constitutes a breach of international law.
He said Russia's acts shake the foundation of the whole international community, including Asia. He stressed that unity is crucial.
Regarding North Korea, the two confirmed that Japan and Mongolia will continue to cooperate in their response to the country, which includes the call for an immediate resolution of the abductions of Japanese nationals by North Korea.
Hayashi, who has been visiting Central Asia and Mongolia, is scheduled to return to Japan on Monday.
He plans to visit the Pacific island nations of Fiji and Palau over the weekend to exchange views on the situation in Ukraine and on responses to China's increasing maritime activities.
Published Date:2022-05-02