Japan's Response to US Request for Russian LNG Embargo
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi expressed concerns to US President Donald Trump about imposing an embargo on Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) in response to the war in Ukraine.
Trump has called for a halt to energy imports from Russia due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Takaichi stated that such an embargo would be difficult for Japan, highlighting the challenges the country faces in implementing this measure.
Author's summary: Japan hesitates to impose Russian LNG embargo.