Abe expects constructive talks with Putin on Syria, North Korea

TOKYO, April 27. /TASS/. Japan’s Prime Minister expects to hold constructive talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, including the North Korea and Syria crises, Abe told reporters on Thursday before leaving for Russia. "I hope for a constructive dialogue and further cooperation on various international issues, including crises around North Korea and Syria," Abe said. Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is arriving in Russia on Thursday on an official visit. He is due to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss implementation of the agreements reached during Putin’s visit to Japan on December 15-16, 2016. Along with this, the leaders will tackle the current state and prospects for political, economic and humanitarian cooperation of Japan and Russia. Read more