Prime Minister Kishida left for New York on the morning of the 20th to attend the United Nations General Assembly and other meetings.
Prior to his departure, Prime Minister Kishida indicated that he would like to convey Japan's position, including the need to strengthen the functions of the United Nations, in light of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Prime Minister Kishida was originally scheduled to leave Japan on the 19th, but postponed it due to the damage caused by Typhoon No. 14 in various places.
Then, just after 10:30 am on the 20th, one day behind schedule, I departed from Haneda Airport for New York in the United States on a chartered plane.
Prior to his departure, Prime Minister Kishida told reporters about his general debate at the United Nations General Assembly, saying, "This year's theme is a historical diversion. Now that the foundations of the international order are shaken by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the United Nations I would like to firmly convey Japan's ideas, including strengthening the functions of
In addition to hosting a summit-level meeting on site to bring the CTBT (Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty) into effect, he also said he would hold talks with the leaders of various countries, including British Prime Minister Truss, who just took office this month. I would like to thoroughly discuss these issues and confirm cooperation."
In addition, Prime Minister Kishida announced that he would also give a speech at the New York Stock Exchange, saying, "I would like to disseminate the future efforts and direction of the economy, including the 'new capitalism.'"