Defense Minister Konno Receives Call from Halifax International Security Forum Secretariat
TOKYO, Japan – On February 17, 2025, Defense Minister Parliamentary Secretary Konno Keiko received a visit from the Halifax International Security Forum (HFX) Secretariat at the Ministry of Defense in Tokyo.
The HFX Secretariat delegation, led by Mr. Peter Van Praagh, Secretary General of the HFX, expressed their gratitude for the Japanese government’s continued support for the HFX. They also briefed Minister Konno on the upcoming 16th HFX, which is scheduled to be held from November 19-21, 2025, in Halifax, Canada.
Minister Konno welcomed the delegation and praised the HFX for providing a valuable platform for dialogue and cooperation on global security issues. She emphasized the importance of multilateral cooperation in addressing common security challenges and expressed Japan’s commitment to continuing its support for the HFX.
The two sides also discussed the current security situation in the Indo-Pacific region and the importance of maintaining stability and freedom of navigation in the area. They agreed to continue to work together to promote regional peace and security.
The HFX is a non-governmental organization that hosts an annual international security forum in Halifax, Canada. The forum brings together government officials, experts, and civil society representatives from around the world to discuss pressing global security issues.
The Japanese government has been a strong supporter of the HFX and has sent high-level delegations to the forum in recent years. Japan’s participation in the HFX demonstrates its commitment to engaging in multilateral dialogue and cooperation on global security issues.
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