Japan signs a 13 billion yen ($100 million) loan agreement with Ukraine, offering financial assistance as the country faces an economic crisis due to Russia s invasion.
Renowned Ukrainian singer Tina Karol highlights the importance of "cultural frontlines" as she calls for the world to continue supporting her country against Russian aggression.
Foreign ministers from Japan and Ukraine agree the international community should remain united in maintaining strong sanctions against Russia over its invasion of the Eastern European country, now in its third month with the war showing no signs of easing.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will meet in Tokyo with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Charles Michel next Thursday, with Russia s war against Ukraine and China s assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific region expected to be discussed.