Diplomatic Circles

Japan eager to see Canada’s new Indo-Pacific strategy, says new ambassador

In a wide-ranging interview, Japanese Ambassador Kanji Yamanouchi talks about Canada-Japan relations and their Pacific Rim trade deal, as well as the looming Indo-Pacific strategy and Canadian music.
Japanese Ambassador Kanji Yamanouchi presented his letter of credence to Governor General Mary Simon on June 7. He was previously Japan's consul general in New York City.
As the wait for Canada’s highly anticipated Indo-Pacific strategy continues, Japan’s new ambassador is hoping to see it released by the end of the year. “The Japanese government has been waiting for the formulation of the Canadian strategy on Asia-Pacific,” said Japanese Ambassador ...

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