Published 17 February 2023
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On the side-lines of the 44th Regular Meeting of Heads of Government and CARICOM, I continue to forge strong partnerships between our Country and the International Community.
On Thursday 16th February, 2023, held bilateral talks with the Ambassador of Japan, H.E. Matsubara Yukata.
The engagement covered a wide range of issues including expanding cooperation to tackle current challenges to food security, fisheries, and sustainable marine life and tourism and expressed our commitment to continue to support each other in the international arena.
Also, I used the opportunity to congratulate Japan on its successful bid to host EXPO 2025 in Osaka, confirmed Saint Kitts and Nevis’ participation, and wished Japan well as it continues to prepare for this highly anticipated international exhibition.
Ambassador Matsubara also extended congratulations on my appointment as the Minister of Foreign Affairs and reiterated the strong and friendly bonds that both countries have built on a firm foundation of shared values.
Turning attention to the Japanese presidency of the G7 and the Summit in Hiroshima in May 2023, congratulations and wishes for success, also articulated some of the pivotal issues Small Island Developing States (SIDS) continue to confront and expressed appreciation in advance for Japan’s advocacy role in this premier international forum.
Saint Kitts and Nevis and Japan enjoy almost 40 years of strong collaboration, to build capacity and strengthen systems in key areas such as diplomacy, disaster management, fisheries and the environment.
