IO Vice Director-General’s Courtesy Call on Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Justice Takamura
On February 18, 2025, Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Justice Masao Takamura received a courtesy call from the Deputy Director-General of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Ugochi Daniels.
During the meeting, Daniels expressed her appreciation for Japan’s continued support to IOM’s activities, particularly in the areas of migration management, humanitarian assistance, and capacity building. She highlighted the importance of strengthening cooperation between Japan and IOM to address emerging challenges in the field of migration.
Vice-Minister Takamura reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to working with IOM in addressing global migration issues. He emphasized Japan’s focus on promoting the safe, orderly, and regular migration of foreign workers, as well as the protection of vulnerable migrants. He also expressed Japan’s support for IOM’s efforts to provide humanitarian assistance to migrants in need.
The two sides exchanged views on a wide range of migration-related issues, including the situation in Ukraine, the global refugee crisis, and the challenges of human trafficking and migrant smuggling. They agreed to continue working closely together to address these issues and promote the rights and well-being of migrants worldwide.
The meeting was held in a cordial and cooperative atmosphere, reflecting the strong partnership between Japan and IOM.
Additional Information:
- The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is a leading intergovernmental organization that promotes humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.
- Japan has been a longstanding partner of IOM and has provided significant financial and technical support to its activities.
- The meeting was held at the Ministry of Justice in Tokyo.
- Parliamentary Vice-Minister Takamura is responsible for overseeing the Ministry of Justice’s international affairs and migration policies.
- Deputy Director-General Daniels is responsible for leading IOM’s global operations and partnerships.
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