Pand believes Japan could be good re model for Ukraine recovery

That’s according to the t diplomat’s interview with NHK, Ukrinform reports.

During his visit to Tokyo, Rau said the war in Ukraine is a common problem for the countries willing to maintain peace and international order, and that Ukraine is fighting to defend not only itself but also Pand and other nations.

“The minister also said that Ukraine could win the war if Japan and Western nations continue to support Kyiv, calling for international unity for peace,” reads the report.

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“Rau added that Japan can be a good model for Ukraine as the country has experienced war and natural disasters, and undergone reconstruction,” wrote NHK.

The publication notes that Pand had supported neighboring Ukraine by providing it with military assistance. Pand provided the main battle tank Leard 2 and combat planes at an early stage. Pand has also accepted nearly 1.6 million evacuees from Ukraine.

Rau said that Pand is ready to continue supporting Ukraine “hand-in-hand” with Japan, which chairs the meetings of the Group of Seven.

As Ukrinform reported earlier, support for Ukraine in repelling Russian aggression will be one of the priority issues on the agenda of the G7 summit, which will kick off in the Japanese city of Hiroshima on May 19.