The Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary of the United Kingdom, Alex Chalk, and Japan’s Justice Minister, Ken Saitō, have signed a groundbreaking agreement for the UK and Japan
An agreement signed by the Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary Alex Chalk and Justice Minister Ken Saitō has been signed in Tokyo today.
In a significant step towards deepening bilateral ties, the United Kingdom and Japan have entered into a Memorandum of Cooperation on Justice matters.
The agreement, signed by Lord Chancellor Alex Chalk and Justice Secretary, along with Justice Minister Ken Saitō, aims to foster increased collaboration between the two countries’ Justice ministries.
Enhancing policymaking and victim support across the UK and Japan
New pledge will increase and strengthen collaboration between both Justice ministries.
Justice Secretary attending the Justice Ministers G7 in Tokyo.
By establishing a regular dialogue, this historic commitment will facilitate the exchange of information, expertise, and perspectives on legal and justice matters between the UK and Japan.
The shared platform will contribute to improved policymaking in both nations, enabling officials to learn from each other’s experiences and develop more effective approaches to delivering justice for victims.
Strengthening legal services sectors
This new commitment will build a platform to increase collaboration between the two nations by establishing a regular dialogue to share information, expertise and exchange views on legal and justice matters.
Beyond promoting cooperation in Justice ministries, the agreement also signals a mutual desire to strengthen collaboration between the legal services sectors of Japan and the UK.
Recognising the vital role of legal services in the growth of both economies, the agreement sets the stage for closer ties and knowledge-sharing in this field.
Quoting Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, Alex Chalk: “This is another milestone in the strong and growing relationship between Japan and UK and evidence of the shared values that underpin our legal systems.
“It demonstrates Global Britain in action, working hand in hand with our allies to forge closer ties, exchange expertise and connect across markets.” Alex Chalk notes.
G7 focus on justice
The Lord Chancellor Alex Chalk met with the Japanese Justice Minister Ken Saitō during the G7 Justice Ministers meeting where the focus has been on assisting Ukraine, promoting the Rule of Law and connecting the G7 and The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, in the field of law and justice.
The signing of the agreement took place during the G7 Justice Ministers meeting in Tokyo, where the Lord Chancellor, Alex Chalk, met with Japan’s Justice Minister, Ken Saitō. The gathering has been centred on key issues such as providing support to Ukraine, advancing the Rule of Law, and fostering connections between the G7 and The Association of Southeast Asian Nations in the realm of law and justice.
Encompassing various sectors such as trade, defence, and culture
The signing of the Memorandum of Cooperation on Justice issues between the United Kingdom and Japan further solidifies the long-standing relationship between the two countries.
The partnership between the United Kingdom and Japan has witnessed significant growth in recent years, encompassing various sectors such as trade, defence, and culture. Both nations have consistently sought to enhance their collaboration through diplomatic efforts, bilateral agreements, and high-level visits.
The justice cooperation agreement serves as another testament to the shared values and mutual interests that underpin the relationship between the UK and Japan. It paves the way for even deeper ties and cooperation in the years to come, fostering a stronger partnership between these two global powers.
