石破いしば首相しゅしょう 国連こくれん総会そうかいで演説えんぜつ 安保理あんぽり改革かいかくや「二に国家こっか解決かいけつ」を訴うったえ

Prime Minister Ishiba, who is visiting New York in the United States, delivered a general debate speech at the United Nations General Assembly, insisting that reforms must be carried out as the Security Council is not functioning adequately.

In addition, regarding the situation in the Middle East, it was suggested that if Israel takes further actions that close the path to a two-state solution, there is a possibility of recognizing Palestine as a state.

Prime Minister Ishiba pointed out that the United Nations, which is marking its 80th anniversary, has been unable to fully function, as seen by the fact that Russia, a permanent member of the Security Council, has invaded Ukraine. He insisted that reforms, including expanding the number of member states, should be carried out.

Regarding the situation in the Middle East, he stated that recognizing Palestine as a state is not a question of whether, but of when, suggesting that if Israel takes further actions that close the path to a two-state solution, recognition may be considered.

On the other hand, they also strongly urged the Palestinian side to establish a responsible governing system and for the Islamic organization Hamas to release the hostages.

And in conclusion, reflecting on how Japan, supported by the spirit of tolerance of the people of Asia after the war, has worked toward the realization of lasting world peace, he said, Solidarity over division, tolerance over confrontation.

Japan emphasized that it will continue to move forward together with the international community.

Prime Minister Ishiba expressed a strong sense of crisis over the division and confrontation in the international community in his speech. A government official revealed, He spent over a month revising it, putting his strong feelings into it.

On the other hand, before the speech, Prime Minister Ishiba had a brief conversation with President Trump, expressed his gratitude for their friendship and trust so far, and conveyed his view that the importance of the Japan-U.S. alliance will remain unchanged in the future.

As Prime Minister, Ishiba intends to fulfill his duties, including diplomacy, until the end and hand over the achievements to the next administration.

And then, he had a brief conversation with President Trump and, in light of his own resignation, expressed his gratitude for their friendship and trust up to that point.

On top of that, I conveyed the view that the importance of the Japan-U.S. alliance in achieving peace and prosperity in the world will remain unchanged in the future.

And both leaders agreed that Japan-U.S. relations are steadily and positively progressing in a way that serves the interests of both countries.

Prime Minister Ishiba also exchanged views with leaders of various countries, including Ukrainian President Zelensky and Australian Prime Minister Albanese, as well as heads of international organizations.