Editorials Jul 21, 2023
Middle East countries are keen to diversify their economies, reducing their reliance on oil and gas for revenue. Japan hopes to assist in that transition.
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Middle East countries are keen to diversify their economies, reducing their reliance on oil and gas for revenue. Japan hopes to assist in that transition.
Japan and other nations aim to collaborate with NATO in various security areas amid concerns over China's military expansion.