As reported by the online media Ukrinform.
Japan has expressed its readiness to provide Ukraine with all kinds of assistance, except lethal weapons, after the participation of Japan’s prime minister in a Coalition of the Willing meeting on Friday.
This was stated on a TV broadcast by the Deputy Head of the President’s Office, Ihor Zhovkva, according to Ukrinform.
“The newly appointed Prime Minister of Japan took part in the Coalition of the Willing. She delivered a powerful speech and assured continued support for Ukraine. Undoubtedly, we understand that Japan cannot provide us with lethal weapons… But all other forms of assistance Japan is ready to provide”
Key Highlights of Japan’s Support
Regarding whether partners could allocate long-range weapons for a calmer winter, Zhovkva confirmed that discussions on this topic took place at the Coalition of the Willing.
“It is no secret that certain European countries have already declared long-range weapons. Indeed, Mr. Starmer spoke about his country. We also talked about the capacities of other countries. There must be a synergy”
At the same time, he emphasized that Ukraine has long-range weapons of its own production – both drones and missiles – that can be used for legitimate purposes.
“And you know how effectively they operate for legitimate purposes in the Russian Federation. But in combination with weapons from European countries and other countries – undoubtedly, we understand which country we have in mind – we could achieve even greater results. Including inflicting the legitimate damage that Ukraine can and should inflict on, for example, Russia’s defense enterprises, among other targets”
Also, Zhovkva noted that the participants of the Coalition of the Willing understand this and are ready to act within the framework of joint international support.
On October 14, Japan delivered to Ukraine more than 100 units of specialized equipment for soil research after demining.
Note that the details of cooperation with Japan underscore the readiness of both sides to develop humanitarian and technical support in the context of intergovernmental cooperation.
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