Japan’s PM requests Saudi Arabia to boost oil supplies

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has asked Saudi Arabia, in a telephone conversation with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, to expand energy supplies to help ensure stable deliveries amid rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.

Takaichi expressed gratitude to Riyadh for supplying oil to Japan via the Red Sea following disruptions caused by instability in the region, Caliber.Az reports, citing Japan Today.

In response, the crown prince said Saudi Arabia is prepared to support stable energy supplies to global markets, including Japan.

The two sides also reaffirmed their intention to coordinate efforts to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East.

Saudi Arabia is cooperating with Pakistan, which is acting as a mediator between the United States and Iran.

In addition, Tokyo and Riyadh agreed to expand cooperation in technology sectors, including artificial intelligence, space, esports, and video games, as well as to work together on preparations for Expo 2030 in Riyadh.

By Bakhtiyar Abbasov