Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi: Just now, I had a telephone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron. Specific cooperation between Japan and France in the fields of security, artificial intelligence, space, and economic security is progressing, and I think we should further strengthen cooperation with France as a “special partner.” On this basis, I conveyed my country's strong concerns about the European Union's Industrial Acceleration Act and requested France to take appropriate countermeasures. Close consultations will continue to be held to resolve outstanding issues. Furthermore, discussions were also held on the situation in the Middle East. They agreed that “achieving early settlement and stability of the situation” is essential, and they agreed to strengthen cooperation for the overall stability of the Middle East region. They also exchanged views on energy security and security. We will maintain close communication with France for the sake of world energy security and market stability.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi: Just now, I had a telephone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron. Specific cooperation between Japan and France in the fields of security, artificial intelligence, space, and economic security is progressing, and I think we should further strengthen cooperation with France as a “special partner.” On this basis, I conveyed my country's strong concerns about the European Union's Industrial Acceleration Act and requested France to take appropriate countermeasures. Close consultations will continue to be held to resolve outstanding issues. Furthermore, discussions were also held on the situation in the Middle East. They agreed that “achieving early settlement and stability of the situation” is essential, and they agreed to strengthen cooperation for the overall stability of the Middle East region. They also exchanged views on energy security and security. We will maintain close communication with France for the sake of world energy security and market stability.