Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi Toshimitsu has met President of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) Dr Khalilur in New York and said that UN reform is essential for restoring trust in the United Nations.

He conveyed that it is urgently necessary to reform the Security Council so that it truly reflects today’s international community, and that he counts on President Rahman’s leadership towards early achievement of the reform.

The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, who was visiting New York to attend the United Nations General Assembly, held the meeting with Dr. Khalilur Rahman, President of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly.

The meeting lasted for approximately 15 minutes, said the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday.

At the outset, Minister Motegi congratulated President Rahman on his assumption of the presidency of the General Assembly and stated his intention to cooperate to help build more resilient and effective United Nations.

In response, President Rahman welcomed Minister Motegi’s attendance at the United Nations General Assembly.

Minister Motegi explained that, under the concept of human security, Japan intends to further strengthen cooperation with the international community to realise an inclusive society where “no one is left behind.”

He also emphasised that he attaches importance to cooperation with the Office of the President of the UN General Assembly.

In response, President Rahman stated that measures in the field of AI are particularly important and expressed his will to collaborate closely with Japan, including in that field.

In addition, the two sides concurred to cooperate on policies toward North Korea including the nuclear and missile issues as well as the abductions issue.