Defense & Security
The Japanese and U.S. governments are set to cooperate on developing deep-sea mud rich in rare earths off Minami-Torishima Island in Tokyo's Ogasawara Village. Ahead of a summit on Thursday in Washington between Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and U.S. President Donald Trump, the two sides are advancing toward signing a memorandum to establish a working group on marine mineral resources. This initiative aims to secure a stable supply of critical minerals.
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The G7 foreign ministers agreed during a 45-minute phone call on Wednesday morning to maintain close communication and cooperation on the situation in Venezuela. The discussion was prompted by the United States military's operation there, with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio briefing the ministers on the latest developments and future outlook. Japan's Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi emphasized the importance of swiftly restoring democracy in the country.