G7 leaders reaffirm support for Ukraine and pledge to strengthen sanctions against Russia
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Ministers of Foreign Affairs from the Group of Seven countries confirmed their intention to increase sanctions against Russia and support Ukraine during a session about Ukraine in Tokyo.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, presiding over the meeting, reported that Japan's Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa held a session on "Ukraine," attended by G7 foreign ministers and the EU's high representative for foreign affairs and security policy.
The meeting involved a candid discussion about the situation in Ukraine, assessing the current scenario and its prospects. Kamikawa stressed the significance of G7 presenting a unified front to send a clear message to the international community.
"Our unwavering commitment to supporting Ukraine will never waver, even amidst increasing tension in the Middle East," she said.
Kamikawa announced that Japan would continue to impose further sanctions on Russia and support Ukraine. Additionally, Japan revealed its commitment of $7.6 billion to aid Ukraine. The minister recalled that her country provided two autotransformers to help Kyiv residents during winter.
Kamikawa highlighted the crucial importance of mid- and long-term support for Ukrainian recovery and reconstruction. Japan plans to host a Japanese-Ukrainian conference to promote economic recovery early next year.
After the discussion, G7 foreign ministers agreed to maintain a united position in implementing strict sanctions against Russia and providing decisive support to Ukraine, even in the current global situation. They will expedite efforts for mid- and long-term recovery and reconstruction, uniting the public and private sectors. They also confirmed the need to advance the "Peace Formula" process with international partners.
Rubryka reported that G7 countries would discuss Ukraine's air defense at the Tokyi meeting. The Foreign Minister of Germany, Annalena Baerbock, said that if Putin succeeds, other dictators globally might draw the wrong conclusions.
She stressed that resolute and comprehensive support for Kyiv is imperative. Countries will continue collaborating to establish an air defense shield for Ukraine.
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