Finnish, Japanese FMs discuss bilateral ties, Russia´s war in Ukraine

Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto on Monday met with his Japanese counterpart Yoshimasa Hayashi in Tokyo and discussed various issues including bilateral ties and Russia´s war in Ukraine, according to the Ministry for Foreign Affairs.

“Good to meet my Japanese colleague Hayashi-san today in Tokyo. Discussed bilateral relations, Russia’s war in Ukraine and rules-based international order. Delighted with our strong Finland-Japan partnership,” the Ministry wrote in a twitter post, quoting Haavisto as saying.

Haavisto is visiting in Japan from Monday and will attend the state funeral for Japan’s former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Tokyo on Tuesday.