Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has pledged his government’s support for rebuilding Ukraine once the Russian invasion comes to an end, making a public commitment during his keynote speech on Monday.
The Japan-Ukraine Conference for Promotion of Economic Growth and Reconstruction, convened this week to commemorate the anniversary of the Russian invasion, seeks to facilitate economic recovery for the war-torn nation.
In his address, Mr. Kishida emphasized the need for assistance from both the public and private sectors across various industries to help Ukraine achieve its reconstruction goals amid ongoing conflict.
He acknowledged the challenging circumstances of the situation, stating, “The war in Ukraine is still going on at this very moment, and the situation is not easy.”
Over 50 Japanese and Ukrainian entities, including companies and government agencies, endorsed the bilateral cooperation agreement at the conference, signifying a commitment to collaborative efforts.
Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, leading his country’s delegation at the Tokyo conference, lauded the newly established partnerships as the beginning of cooperation between Japan and Ukraine.
He characterized Ukraine’s rebuilding efforts as not merely restoration but also the formulation of new rules and approaches, emphasizing the importance of international response to violations of international law by aggressors and potential invaders, such as Russia.
