Vice Minister of Justice Masao Takamura Receives Courtesy Call from IOM Deputy Director General
Tokyo, February 18, 2025 – Vice Minister of Justice Masao Takamura received a courtesy call from International Organization for Migration (IOM) Deputy Director General Ugochi Daniels today at the Ministry of Justice.
During the meeting, Deputy Director General Daniels expressed her appreciation for Japan’s continued support to IOM’s activities, including its efforts to address migration challenges and protect vulnerable migrants. Vice Minister Takamura reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to supporting IOM, highlighting the organization’s important role in promoting safe, orderly, and regular migration.
The two officials discussed a range of issues related to migration management, including the need for enhanced cooperation in addressing irregular migration and the importance of providing assistance to migrants in need. They also exchanged views on the ongoing migration crisis in Ukraine and the need for a coordinated international response.
Deputy Director General Daniels briefed Vice Minister Takamura on IOM’s recent initiatives, including its work to establish a regional migration center in Southeast Asia. Vice Minister Takamura welcomed this initiative and expressed Japan’s willingness to contribute to its implementation.
The meeting concluded with both sides agreeing to continue strengthening the partnership between Japan and IOM and to work together to address the challenges and opportunities of migration.
About IOM
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration. It works to ensure the orderly and humane management of migration, to promote international cooperation on migration issues, and to assist in the provision of humanitarian assistance to migrants in need. IOM has 174 member states and operates in over 100 countries.
About the Ministry of Justice
The Ministry of Justice is responsible for the administration of justice in Japan. Its responsibilities include overseeing the courts, prisons, and immigration services, as well as developing and implementing policies related to crime prevention, criminal justice, and human rights.
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