Arab News Japan

DUBAI: A Palestinian, who was hospitalized in Egypt after suffering injuries and illnesses Gaza, was transferred on Wednesday to Japan to begin medical treatment.

The Palestinian is receiving care at the Self Defense Forces Central Hospital of the Ministry of Defense.

This is part of medical assistance in response to the serious humanitarian situation in Gaza and the request from the World Health Organization (WHO).

According to the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this effort was made in cooperation of the Government of Egypt.

Another Palestinian will be transferred to Japan and start to receive treatment in the coming days.

Japan said it will continue to engage with the international efforts regarding improvement of humanitarian situations, reconstruction and governance of Gaza.

It also said it will “redouble its diplomatic efforts towards achieving a two-state solution and establishing long-term peace and stability in the region.”