After the Japan-Australia "2+2" meeting, it confirmed the importance of peace in the Taiwan Strait and concerned about the issue of Hong Kong and Xinjiang

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Written by: He Wenhan

2021-06-09 18:51

Last update date: 2021-06-09 18:51

The Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Defense of Japan and Australia held a "2+2" video conference on June 9. After the meeting, the two countries issued a joint statement expressing their serious concerns about alleged violations of human rights in Xinjiang, China, and the recent "weakening of Hong Kong's democratic system." Expresses concern about his move.

Japanese Foreign Minister: Affirms the importance of peace across the Taiwan Strait

Japan and Australia held a "2+2" meeting on June 9.

The two countries agreed at the meeting to deepen bilateral security cooperation.

Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi pointed out at the meeting that China's unilateral attempt to change the status quo has brought huge challenges to the international social order.

Motegi said after the meeting that Japan and Australia recognized the importance of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and agreed to call for a peaceful settlement of Taiwan-related issues.

The picture shows the Japanese Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi (left) and Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi (right) at the Tokyo Ministry of Foreign Affairs, meeting with the Australian Foreign Minister and the Minister of Defense through video.

(AP)

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In response to the Japan-Australia Joint Statement on the 9th, the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that China strongly opposes Japan and Australia publicizing the "China threat" and maliciously slandering China.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin said at a regular press conference that he called on all parties to stop interfering in China's internal affairs and stop disrupting regional peace and stability.

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