Guyana has informed the Japanese government of Venezuela’s recent aggressive postures, including its illegal referendum, towards the English-speaking country as both sides have pledged to work together on a number of global security challenges as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council.
Policy consultations are underway in Tokyo, Japan where Guyana is represented by Foreign Secretary and High Representative for UN Security Council Affairs, Robert Persaud. These consultations involved senior officials of the Japanese government and its Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Foreign Secretary Persaud held discussions with Japan’s Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs Mr. Fukazawa Yoichi on enhancing Guyana-Japan bilateral relations.
Persaud related that Japan has endorsed the respect for territorial integrity and international law.