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On August 18 Japan’s foreign minister, MOTEGI Toshimitsu, visited Isaac Herzog, President of the State of Israel, as his Middle East tour continues.

During the talks Japan reiterated support for a two-state solution with Palestine, and the expectation for Israel to cooperate in offering assistance to Palestine.

Courtesy Call on President Herzog of the State of Israel by Foreign Minister Motegi
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Motegi “introduced Japan’s efforts such as “Corridor for Peace and Prosperity” initiative and the program which promotes exchanges between Israeli-Palestinian youths,” according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Motegi and Herzog also touched on other issues including Japan’s aim to achieve a Free and Open Indo-Pacific.

Congratulations were also exchanged regarding the successful completion of the Tokyo Olympics, as well as regarding President Herzog’s inauguration.