Ukrainian President Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude for support from Japan following his meeting with Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (高市早苗) in New York. Japan regards its support, including cooperation in the humanitarian and energy sectors, as among the largest in the world.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude for what he called "very strong support" from Japan. He was responding to questions from reporters. The meeting was held in New York and reported on the 23rd.
Japan's support includes humanitarian assistance and cooperation in the energy sector. Zelenskyy said he was deeply grateful to the people of Japan and added that he would never forget their support.
The formal meeting between the two leaders was their first since Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae (高市早苗) took office last October. Ukraine urgently needs to expand its air defense capabilities and expressed expectations for air defense support from Japan.