- agreement signed by the Lord Chancellor and Justice Secretary
and Justice Minister Ken Saitō
in Tokyo today
- new pledge will increase and strengthen collaboration between
both Justice ministries
- Justice Secretary attending the Justice Ministers G7 in Tokyo
This new commitment will build a platform to increase
collaboration between the 2 nations by establishing a regular
dialogue to share information, expertise and exchange views on
legal and justice matters.
This will improve policymaking in both countries as officials
learn from each other on the best ways to deliver justice for
victims.
The agreement also signals a mutual desire to strengthen
cooperation between Japanese and UK legal services sectors, which
will be key to the growth of both economies.
Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, said:
This is another milestone in the strong and growing relationship
between Japan and the UK and evidence of the shared values that
underpin our legal systems. It demonstrates Global Britain in
action, working hand in hand with our allies to forge closer
ties, exchange expertise and connect across markets.
We are committed to learn from each other, to best help victims
and deliver justice for all.
The Lord Chancellor met with the Japanese Justice
Minister Ken Saitō during the G7 Justice Ministers meeting where
the focus has been on assisting Ukraine, promoting the Rule of
Law and connecting the G7 and The Association of Southeast Asian
Nations, in the field of law and justice.
