Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi delivered welcoming remarks at the leaders-level “Central Asia plus Japan” Dialogue (CA+JAD) summit held in Tokyo on December 20, 2025. The high-profile meeting brought together the presidents of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, marking an important step in strengthening political dialogue and expanding cooperation between Japan and the Central Asian region.
During the summit, leaders discussed ways to deepen collaboration in key areas including trade, investment, energy, infrastructure development, digital connectivity, education, and human resource development. Emphasis was placed on promoting autonomous, inclusive, and sustainable development across Central Asia, as well as enhancing regional stability and economic resilience amid evolving global and regional challenges.
Prime Minister Takaichi reaffirmed Japan’s strong commitment to supporting economic diversification, green growth initiatives, and long-term development projects in Central Asia. The discussions also highlighted the importance of people-to-people exchanges, technological cooperation, and knowledge sharing to foster mutual understanding and trust. Leaders underlined their shared vision of strengthening strategic partnerships and building a future-oriented framework for cooperation that contributes to regional prosperity and stability.
The “Central Asia plus Japan” Dialogue continues to serve as a vital platform for multilateral engagement, reinforcing Japan’s role as a key partner in Central Asia and underscoring the collective commitment to sustainable development, regional cooperation, and long-term strategic collaboration.
