State Minister for Foreign Affairs NAKASONE’s attendance at the Italian Armed Forces Day Reception

On November 4, Mr. NAKASONE Yasutaka, State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, attended the Italian Armed Forces Day Reception held at the residence of the Ambassador of Italy to Japan, and delivered his remarks on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.

1. In his remarks, State Minister NAKASONE welcomed the realization of mutual visits between the leaders of Japan and Italy during this significant year of the 160th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. He expressed his hope that the Japan-Italy relationship will continue to develop and reach even greater heights.
2. Furthermore, State Minister NAKASONE noted that Italy’s ongoing engagement in the Indo-Pacific region contributes to deepening security cooperation between the Euro-Atlantic and the Indo-Pacific. He also expressed his hope for the further development of cooperation with Italy toward the realization of the updated "Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP)".