KUWAIT – The meeting took place on the sidelines of the second joint ministerial meeting of the strategic dialogue between the GCC Foreign Ministers and the Japanese Foreign Minister.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed aspects of bilateral cooperation between the two friendly countries and ways to enhance it across various fields, particularly in economic, trade, and investment sectors, in a manner that strengthens the existing partnership and serves the common interests of both nations.

The two sides affirmed their shared stance on the importance of finding a permanent and just solution to the Palestinian issue, ending the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip, and supporting the two-state solution in accordance with relevant international resolutions. They underlined the necessity of respecting international law and ensuring the protection of civilians.

The two ministers also exchanged views on a number of regional and international issues of mutual interest and reiterated their commitment to sustaining coordination and baking all efforts toward enhancing regional security and stability.

The meeting was attended by some officials from both sides.