Author: Katsumata Takahiko

2024 marks the 100th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Türkiye. To commemorate this significant milestone, we are holding a range of collaborative events with relevant ministries and agencies in Japan to promote and deepen the bilateral relationship, with particular emphasis on expanding economic cooperation. Japan and Türkiye have been strategic partners since 2013, yet there is still room to improve ties. Over the years, both Japan and Türkiye have endured significant natural disasters, particularly earthquakes. The recent 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Kahramanmaraş in Türkiye last year and the 7.6 magnitude earthquake in the Noto Peninsula…