Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu in Tokyo, according to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott. During the meeting, Secretary Rubio congratulated Motegi on his appointment after the recent election of Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae.
The officials discussed several topics, including ways to enhance economic collaboration between the United States and Japan. They also addressed strengthening deterrence measures and expanding security cooperation in the region. Secretary Rubio emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Japan alliance for maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific.
"The Secretary and Foreign Minister discussed opportunities for economic collaboration, strengthening deterrence, and expanding security cooperation."