Ministers of Japan and Qatar agree on the need to de-escalate tension in the Gulf
TOKYO: Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu and Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani agreed on the necessity of de-escalating tensions in the Arabian Gulf and concurred on the need to ensure free and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
During telephone talks on Thursday, Minister Motegi stressed the importance of maintaining the ceasefire between the United States and Iran and finalizing an agreement quickly. He also highlighted the need for safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, noting that Japan continues to support US-Iran talks and collaborates with Qatar and the international community.
According to Japan’s Foreign Ministry, Motegi remarked that speaking with Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed was timely given the critical phase of US-Iran relations, and he commended Qatar for its mediation efforts.
Motegi also highlighted the long-standing energy partnership between Japan and Qatar, requesting continued cooperation to ensure a stable energy supply.
