After 11 people were killed when a powerful storm swept across the region. And marking disaster prevention day. Nearly 1 Million People across japan took part in the annual drills responding to a simulated massive earthquake. Japans Prime Minister has pledged to help transform saudi arabias economy while reducing its independence on oil. Shinzo abe struck a deal with the deputy crown prince as he visited tokyo. Translator the world is keeping a strong eye on your leadership and drastically changing saudi arabias economy and society. Prince mohammed replied he highly values the relationship with japan. Hes seen as a key figure in the Oil Rich Nation and is in charge of economic policy. The two leaders confirmed a conference of ministers would be set up to discuss reorganizing the saudi economy. The first meeting will be held in saudi arabia in october. Rescue efforts continue in parts of northern japan that were hit by a powerful storm on tuesday. 11 people are dead and 3 others missing