Press Conference by the Chief Cabinet Secretary (Excerpt)

Opening Statement by Chief Cabinet Secretary Suga
(There were statements on the overview of the Cabinet meeting and the ministerial discussions following the Cabinet meeting.)
 
At today’s Cabinet meeting, the Cabinet approved the invitation for an Official Visit to Japan by H.E. Mr. Tuilaepa Fatialofa Lupesoliai Sailele Malielegaoi, Prime Minister of the Independent State of Samoa, and his spouse from May 13 to 16. During their stay in Japan, the Prime Minister and his spouse will be received in audience by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan. In addition, Prime Minister Abe will hold a meeting with the Prime Minister and host a dinner in his honor. Prime Minister Tuilaepa will also attend the Eighth Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting (PALM8) on May 18 and 19. The Government hopes the visit will further strengthen the friendly ties between Japan and the Independent State of Samoa.
 
Q&As
 
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