10th Pacific Island Leaders Meeting Convenes in Tokyo

Prime Minister Kishida of Japan conducted summit meetings with leaders from Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Niue, and Papua New Guinea, emphasizing cooperation and regional issues. Discussions included providing fishery equipment, addressing environmental concerns, and enhancing bilateral relations. Additionally, Prime Minister Marape of Papua New Guinea expressed gratitude for Japan's support and invited the Japanese Prime Minister to visit in 2025. The Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting in Tokyo focuses on common challenges like climate change, natural disasters, and maritime security, with Japan offering meteorological data and addressing concerns about water discharge from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant.