Tokyo [Japan], December 4 (ANI/WAM): The United Arab Emirates and Japan convened the third spherical of the Subcommittee on Political Diplomacy and International Cooperation underneath the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Initiative (CSPI) in Tokyo. The assembly was co-chaired by Reem Ketait, Deputy Assistant Minister for Political Affairs on the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Iwamoto Keiichi, Director-General of the Middle Eastern and African Affairs Bureau on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.
Both sides reaffirmed the power of UAE-Japan relations, grounded in shared strategic pursuits, longstanding ties, and bolstered by common high-level visits and engagements. They emphasised their dedication to swiftly concluding the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
The discussions coated alternatives to deepen cooperation throughout key strategic sectors, together with the economic system, house, superior expertise, synthetic intelligence, and digital transformation, in addition to enhanced collaboration inside multilateral fora. The two sides reiterated their dedication to advancing the UAE-Japan partnership in help of stability, prosperity, and sustainable improvement for each nations and their peoples.
The delegations additionally exchanged views on regional and worldwide developments, together with the state of affairs within the Middle East and Asia. They underscored their shared dedication to worldwide peace and safety, highlighting the significance of dialogue and diplomacy to resolve conflicts, handle regional challenges, and promote international stability.
Both sides harassed the necessity to defend civilians in battle zones and guarantee secure, sustained and unhindered humanitarian entry to these in want together with in Gaza and Sudan. They agreed to take care of common consultations to additional advance their shared aims and help the continued development and prosperity of their nations.
Following the subcommittee session, Reem Ketait met with Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs Onishi Yohei, throughout which either side reaffirmed their intention to deepen cooperation, together with by means of enhanced parliamentary engagement. Shihab Al Faheem, UAE Ambassador to Japan, together with representatives from related UAE entities, attended the conferences. (ANI/WAM)