Amman, Jordan – Japanese Ambassador to Amman Okuyama Jiro said on Tuesday that his country seeks to expand regional cooperation with Jordan to contribute to achieving peace and stability in the Middle East.
The envoy made these remarks during a ceremony at the Japanese embassy in Amman while celebrating Japan’s national day. He highlighted that 2024 will mark the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Jordan.
Speaking to an audience comprising a number of ministers, officials, diplomats, journalists, and guests, he indicated that some Japanese multinational companies are operating their regional business from their offices in Amman
“We are keen to extend further cooperation in a manner consistent with new global targets such as green transition and sustainable development including care for the vulnerable groups, women’s empowerment, and gender equality,” the ambassador stressed.
Speaking on the Palestinian issue, he stated that Japan started providing assistance to UNRWA in 1953, even before the country became a member of the United Nations.
“We strongly support the two-state solution based on relevant UN Security Council resolutions and international law,” Jiro said.
During the ceremony, Minister of Culture Haifaa Al Najjar said that “there are striking similarities between Jordan and Japan, as each of us represents a story of renaissance and work for peace.”