G-7 in JapanG7 grapples with challenges of Israel-Hamas war, Ukraine and China
Lacking military presence, Japan seen playing limited role in ending fighting
Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa speaks with reporters on Nov. 8 after meeting with counterparts from the Group of Seven. (Photo by Yuki Nakao)
KOYA JIBIKI, Nikkei staff writer
November 9, 2023 03:10 JST
TOKYO -- Group of Seven foreign ministers urged humanitarian pauses to the fighting in the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, as the bloc seeks to present a united front on the issue while also supporting Ukraine in its fight against Russia and countering China's military ambitions.