Press Conference by the Chief Cabinet Secretary (Excerpt)

Q&As

REPORTER: A short while ago, it was announced that Mr. Shotaro Yachi, Secretary General of the National Security Secretariat, would visit Russia on the 6th. What is the objective of this visit?

CHIEF CABINET SECRETARY SUGA: First of all, beginning shortly after he took office, Secretary General Yachi of the National Security Secretariat has been visiting the countries concerned and exchanging views with his counterparts in various countries, under the instructions of the Prime Minister. The upcoming visit to Russia is a part of this. Secretary General Yachi is expected to hold talks with Mr. Nikolai Patrushev, Secretary of the Security Council, regarding the security policies of Japan and Russia, regional situations, and overall Japan-Russia relations. 

(Abridged)