Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with a visiting Japanese delegation, led by Representative Furuya Keiji and family members of Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea, at the Department of State on April 29, 2025.
The U.S. government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Japan in resolving the issue of Japanese citizens abducted by North Korea. Deputy Secretary Landau expressed his condolences for Arimoto Akihiro, who was unable to reunite with his daughter Keiko before he passed away in February. This acknowledgment highlights the human impact of the ongoing abduction crisis.
During the meeting, Landau thanked the visiting delegation, particularly family members of the abductees, for their continued advocacy on behalf of their loved ones and for sharing their personal stories. The Deputy Secretary recognized the importance of these efforts in bringing attention to this critical issue.
The U.S. Department of State will continue to work closely with Japan to explore all available avenues for resolving the abduction issue.