(Press Release)
December 12, 2023
Japan Ministry of Defense
- Miura, Director General for International Affairs attended the 8th South Pacific Defence Ministers’ Meeting (SPDMM), which was held in Noumea, French New Caledonia from December 4 to 6.
- At this meeting, members discussed traditional challenges including climate-induced disasters, and untraditional security challenges such as IUU fishing and cyber threats. They also discussed the impact of strategic competition on the stability of the South Pacific.
- The Ministry of Defense and Japan Self Defense Forces will continue our contribution to the peace and stability of the South Pacific region through attending SPDMM.