UK and Japan Leaders Talk... Agree to Cooperate on North Korea Ballistic Missile and Nuclear Issues

Discussion on China and North Korea Issues and the Ukraine Situation

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida
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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Bo-kyung] The Prime Ministers of the United Kingdom and Japan agreed on the 4th to cooperate in responding to North Korea's ballistic missiles and nuclear issues.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak held a phone call for about 20 minutes starting at 6:10 PM, discussing issues related to China, North Korea, and the situation in Ukraine.

The two leaders agreed to continue cooperating on responding to North Korea, including a series of ballistic missile launches such as the intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) launched the previous day, nuclear issues, and the abduction of Japanese citizens.

They also exchanged views on regional situations including China and confirmed the necessity to maintain and strengthen sanctions against Russia and support for Ukraine in relation to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The two leaders shared the view that Russia's nuclear threats are absolutely unacceptable and that it is essential for the international community to send a clear message.

Rishi Sunak, Prime Minister of the United Kingdom
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