Radio Taiwan International
Date: 2017-12-19
A second round of talks between Taiwan and Japan on maritime cooperation opened in
(CNA file photo)
Taipei on Tuesday.
The head of the Taiwan-Japan Relations Association, Chiou I-jen, said there were a number of challenges to overcome, including disputes over fishing rights. But he said the bonds of friendship between the two sides made cooperation possible.
“From one perspective, these difficulties and challenges are a test for our two sides,” Chiou said. “But based on our resolute friendship and common strategic [interests], I am confident that this kind of dialogue will, step by step, enable us to overcome them in the end.”
Chiou’s Japanese counterpart, Ohashi Mitsuo of the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association, echoed Chiou’s words. He said the first round of talks in October last year had brought constructive interaction in cooperation on fishing, marine research and maritime rescue.
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