(Washington Composite Electric) Japanese Prime Minister Kishida said that the world needs to maintain its key role on the world on the world.Without the support of the United States, Ukraine may be captured by Russia, and the Indo -Pacific region may face a more severe situation.
Kishida Thursday (April 11) said in English in the U.S. Congress in English that he felt that the United States had "self -doubts" of the participation of overseas affairs.He expressed his understanding of the United States "to maintain the fatigue of international order with almost the power of one country", but emphasized that the role of the United States is indispensable.
Kishida promises that as an allies in the United States, Japan will play a more proactive role to respond to the increasing threat of China, Russia, and North Korea.
He pointed out that China's actions have constituted unprecedented challenges to the peace and stability of the entire international community. "The world requires the United States to continue to play a key role in international affairs."
He also warns that today's Ukraine may be East Asia tomorrow."Without the support of the United States, how long can Ukraine be supported without being captured by Moscow? How long will it face a more severe situation if there is no US existence?"
Many US members have applauded the free and open remarks of the Indo -Pacific region in Kishida, but Kishida's call for Ukrando Russia has been indifferent by some conservative Republicans.
As the US Congress faced the Republican opposition, Washington's US $ 60 billion (about S $ 81.4 billion) aid Wuwu plan has not been approved.
Kishida Wednesday (10th) met with US President Biden, and the two sides promised to strengthen defense cooperation.In the speeches of Congress the next day, Kishida emphasized that democratic countries around the world should step up efforts to maintain common values.
Kishida said: "Japan has changed over the years. We have transformed from a silent allies who recovered from the disaster of World War II to a powerful and firm ally for the world."
He outlines Japan's measures, that is, to increase national defense expenses to 2%of the GDP by 2027, and participate with South Korea, Australia, and the Philippines, as well as the Seventh Kingdom Group (G7), to participate in a wider security frameworkEssence
Kishida is the second Japanese Prime Minister who spoke in the second nine years after the Nine -year Jinsan Third.
Gift to the 250th Anniversary of the Independence of Cherry Blossom Tree
Kishida also announced in his speech that 250 cherry trees will be given to the US capital Washington to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States.
Kishida said that these cherry trees are a gift prepared by Japan for the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States in 2026. They will replace the cherry trees cut off during the construction of the Washington Tidal Basin.
The cherry tree planted in the tidal basin was presented to the United States in 1912. Since then, it has become a symbol of the city of Washington and is a symbol of friendship between Japan and the United States.
Kishida said: "Just as local residents cherish and protect these cherry trees, Japanese -US relations have also received the support and nourishment of many people who love each other."
