第80 回国連総会第4委員会議題50「占領地のパレスチナ及びその他のアラブ人の人権に影響を及ぼすイスラエルの行為を調査する特別委員会報告」に関する入谷公使ステートメント
令和7年11月17日
(As delivered)
Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Japan welcomes the continuation of the ceasefire in Gaza and the release of all surviving hostages. We also note the ongoing return of the remains of the deceased hostages and call on Hamas to immediately return all bodies without delay.
Japan once again expresses its appreciation to the United States and to the mediating countries for their tireless diplomacy, and we reiterate our support for President Trump’s Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict.
Yet, this is not a time to slow our efforts.
We must act swiftly to alleviate the suffering of the people of Gaza, who continue to face dire humanitarian conditions. And above all, reflecting on the brutal acts of terror by Hamas on October 7 and the immense civilian casualties and destructions throughout this conflict, such tragedies can never be repeated.
Looking ahead, it is essential to draw a responsible and sustainable future plan for Gaza. Hamas must disarm, and we must ensure that Gaza does not pose a threat to its neighbors. The IDF, for its part, must gradually withdraw from the Strip. Reconstruction must proceed without the forced displacement of Palestinians.
Japan, drawing on its own experience of reconstruction, stands ready to actively contribute to early recovery and reconstruction in Gaza, including rubble removal and the restoration of essential infrastructure.
We are also ready to proactively engage in efforts such as the dispatch of personnel to the proposed transitional governance mechanism, since Japan knows the necessity of institution building for sustaining peace.
Ultimately, governance in Gaza should be assumed by the Palestinian Authority. For this to be feasible, the PA must advance its reform efforts, and the international community must provide robust support for those efforts so that the Palestinian people can establish their own independent state.
Just as Japan has long supported the training of Palestinian civil servants, we remain committed to contributing to Palestinian state-building in a meaningful and sustained manner.
Mr. Chair,
In the shadow of Gaza, we are also deeply concerned about developments in the West Bank. Israel’s settlement expansion and steps toward annexation erode the foundation for peace, and Japan opposes these actions. We further condemn violence by extremist settlers and urge the Government of Israel to take appropriate measures to prevent them.
Mr. Chair,
A just and lasting resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict can only be achieved through the realization of a two-state solution. After two years of nightmare, the international community must once again unite toward making that vision a reality.
Mr. Chair,
Lastly, let me briefly touch upon Syria. The situation there has dramatically changed since the fall of the Assad regime. We welcome recent development in its political transition, and strongly hope that the process continues in an inclusive manner, led by the Syrian people.
In this regard, the security situation in the country is of serious concern. Japan strongly urges all parties concerned to cease violence and comply with international law including international humanitarian law. Any attempt to destabilize the political transition will only cause further turmoil and create tremendous hardship for the innocent.
I thank you.
Japan welcomes the continuation of the ceasefire in Gaza and the release of all surviving hostages. We also note the ongoing return of the remains of the deceased hostages and call on Hamas to immediately return all bodies without delay.
Japan once again expresses its appreciation to the United States and to the mediating countries for their tireless diplomacy, and we reiterate our support for President Trump’s Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict.
Yet, this is not a time to slow our efforts.
We must act swiftly to alleviate the suffering of the people of Gaza, who continue to face dire humanitarian conditions. And above all, reflecting on the brutal acts of terror by Hamas on October 7 and the immense civilian casualties and destructions throughout this conflict, such tragedies can never be repeated.
Looking ahead, it is essential to draw a responsible and sustainable future plan for Gaza. Hamas must disarm, and we must ensure that Gaza does not pose a threat to its neighbors. The IDF, for its part, must gradually withdraw from the Strip. Reconstruction must proceed without the forced displacement of Palestinians.
Japan, drawing on its own experience of reconstruction, stands ready to actively contribute to early recovery and reconstruction in Gaza, including rubble removal and the restoration of essential infrastructure.
We are also ready to proactively engage in efforts such as the dispatch of personnel to the proposed transitional governance mechanism, since Japan knows the necessity of institution building for sustaining peace.
Ultimately, governance in Gaza should be assumed by the Palestinian Authority. For this to be feasible, the PA must advance its reform efforts, and the international community must provide robust support for those efforts so that the Palestinian people can establish their own independent state.
Just as Japan has long supported the training of Palestinian civil servants, we remain committed to contributing to Palestinian state-building in a meaningful and sustained manner.
Mr. Chair,
In the shadow of Gaza, we are also deeply concerned about developments in the West Bank. Israel’s settlement expansion and steps toward annexation erode the foundation for peace, and Japan opposes these actions. We further condemn violence by extremist settlers and urge the Government of Israel to take appropriate measures to prevent them.
Mr. Chair,
A just and lasting resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict can only be achieved through the realization of a two-state solution. After two years of nightmare, the international community must once again unite toward making that vision a reality.
Mr. Chair,
Lastly, let me briefly touch upon Syria. The situation there has dramatically changed since the fall of the Assad regime. We welcome recent development in its political transition, and strongly hope that the process continues in an inclusive manner, led by the Syrian people.
In this regard, the security situation in the country is of serious concern. Japan strongly urges all parties concerned to cease violence and comply with international law including international humanitarian law. Any attempt to destabilize the political transition will only cause further turmoil and create tremendous hardship for the innocent.
I thank you.