Fiji, Oct. 27 -- Japan and Palau have reaffirmed their close partnership and commitment to regional stability during a Foreign Ministers' Meeting between Japan's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Motegi Toshimitsu, and Palau's Minister of State, Gustav Aitaro.

Minister Motegi welcomed Aitaro's second visit to Japan this year, describing Palau and Japan as "geographically, historically, and strategically important partners" that share a tokubetsu (special) relationship.

"The two countries are also important partners in maintaining a free and open international order based on the rule of law amidst an increasingly complex strategic environment surrounding the region," Motegi said.

He reaffirmed Japan's commitment to work with Palau toward re...