Japan legislators talk defense in Taiwan visit

By Associated Press

Jul 29, 2022 12:09 am

TAIPEI: A group of Japanese lawmakers, including two former defense ministers, met with Taiwan's leader Tsai Ing-wen on Thursday in a rare high-level visit to the East Asian island to discuss regional security.

The delegation, led by lawmaker and former defense minister Shigeru Ishiba, said it wanted to reach an agreement with Taiwan on defense issues and prepare for any potential conflict in the region, while also seeking to prevent conflict from breaking out.

WAR GAMES Tanks participate in anti-landing drills during the annual Han Kuang military exercises near New Taipei City in Taiwan on Wednesday, July 27, 2022. TAIWAN MINISTRY OF NATIONAL DEFENSE PHOTO VIA AP

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