Japan pledges long-term support for Ukraine - Japanese Foreign Ministry

Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa announced that Tokyo will provide long-term support to Ukraine and will seek assistance from the private sector to fund these efforts on Feb. 18, Japanese media NHK reported.

Kamikawa made her statement on the eve of the Japanese-Ukrainian conference on economic growth and reconstruction, which will take place in Tokyo on Feb. 19.

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Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal will join around 130 representatives from companies in both countries there to discuss plans for bilateral cooperation in seven areas, including agriculture and infrastructure. Kamikawa emphasized that the private sector's involvement is crucial for aiding Ukraine's recovery and reconstruction.

She said that achieving these goals will be a long-term process, with Japan making sustained efforts across various sectors.

Kamikawa also emphasized the importance of incorporating the concept of Women, Peace, and Security into reconstruction efforts, highlighting the active participation of women in conflict prevention and peacebuilding. The Japanese Foreign Minister assured that Japan will support all Ukrainians, including women and children.

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