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Published: 09 February,2025 | Updated: 09 February,2025
Japan Defense Minister held a telephone conference with newly appointed U.S. Secretary of Defense

(AseanAll)  — On January 31, 2025,Japanese Defense Minister Nakatani Gen held a telephone conference with newly appointed U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and congratulated the secretary on his appointment,according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.

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The Ministers underscored the importance of Japan-U.S. Alliance amid the increasingly severe security environment and confirmed to work together to ensure stability and security in the region.