Japan-Ukraine Defense Ministers Hold Video Call
Overview
On November 5, 2026, Defense Minister Koizumi held a video call with Ukrainian Defense Minister Khyamara. Minister Koizumi explained that Japan had consistently provided support to Ukraine and imposed sanctions on Russia, including assistance such as providing Japan Self-Defense Forces vehicles and accepting wounded soldiers. Minister Khyamara expressed gratitude for Japan’s continued support. Minister Koizumi said Japan’s stance of standing with Ukraine remained unchanged and that Japan would work closely with the international community to achieve a just and lasting peace. The two ministers also exchanged views on cooperation between Russia and North Korea.
Key points
- On November 5, 2026, Defense Minister Koizumi and Defense Minister Khyamara held a video call.
- Minister Koizumi said that Japan had consistently supported Ukraine and imposed sanctions on Russia.
- The Ministry of Defense and the Japan Self-Defense Forces have provided vehicles and accepted wounded soldiers, among other forms of assistance.
- Minister Koizumi said Japan would work closely with the international community to achieve a just and lasting peace.
Overview
On November 5, 2026, Defense Minister Koizumi held a defense ministers’ video call with Ukrainian Defense Minister Khyamara. It was their first meeting since Minister Khyamara took office as the new defense minister.
The ministers exchanged views on Japan’s support for Ukraine and sanctions on Russia, coordination toward peace in Ukraine, and cooperation between Russia and North Korea.
Impact
Minister Khyamara expressed deep gratitude for the continued support provided by Japan’s Ministry of Defense and Self-Defense Forces.
Details
Minister Koizumi reiterated that Japan had consistently supported Ukraine and imposed sanctions on Russia. The Ministry of Defense and the Japan Self-Defense Forces have provided various forms of assistance to help Ukraine confront its difficulties, including providing Self-Defense Forces vehicles and accepting wounded soldiers.
Minister Koizumi conveyed that Japan’s stance of standing with Ukraine remained unchanged and said that the Ministry of Defense and the Self-Defense Forces would continue to work closely with the international community to achieve a just and lasting peace.