Japan Backs ICC at UN Despite Trump’s Call to Quit Court
What Happened
Sanae Takaichi, Japan's prime minister, used her UN General Assembly speech to reaffirm Japan's support for the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the rules-based international order. Her remarks came shortly after Donald Trump called on countries to leave the ICC, describing the court as "out of control." While backing the ICC, Takaichi avoided directly criticizing the United States.
Key Takeaways
The episode highlights a growing divergence between key US allies and Washington over international institutions. Japan is seeking to uphold support for global legal bodies while avoiding a public confrontation with its most important security partner.