Japan vows to work with Canada under its next PM for peace, G7 unity

Japan said Monday it will continue to work closely with Canada to ensure peace in the Indo-Pacific and maintain unity among the Group of Seven nations, as former central banker Mark Carney prepares to become the next Canadian prime minister.Japan's top government spokesman Yoshimasa Hayashi underscored the need to strengthen ties with Canada, saying it shares with Japan fundamental values such as freedom, democracy, human rights and the rule of law, along with strategic interests.Canada holds this year's G7 presidency at a time when U.S. President Donald Trump's return has raised concerns a…READ FULL ARTICLE