Minoru Kihara

Minoru Kihara, the top spokesman for the government of Japan, confirmed that Japan would release 15 days' worth of private-sector petroleum reserves as part of the coordinated effort.

Minoru Kihara, Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary, confirmed that crude oil tankers bound for Japan are waiting in the Persian Gulf and stated Japan has no immediate plans to release strategic reserves.

Minoru Kihara, Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary, announced the Transport Ministry's directive for Japanese shipowners to avoid the Persian Gulf.

Minoru Kihara, Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary, voiced Japan's concerns about China's defense spending and its actions in regional waters, emphasizing Japan's commitment to stable ties despite these challenges.

Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara welcomed the Japan===Tokyo High Court's ruling, stating that the government's position was accepted and instructing relevant ministries to ensure swift relief for victims. His statements underscore the government's support for the dissolution.