Today, Canada's Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Tim Hodgson, met with Japan's State Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry Yamada Kenji at the G7 Energy and Environment Ministers' Meeting in Toronto, Ontario. They released the Joint Statement on Cooperation in the Energy Resources Sector, which signals their mutual commitment in the sector, including liquefied natural gas (LNG), nuclear power and the battery value chain.
Minister Hodgson emphasized his commitment to positioning Canada as a key partner in Japan's energy transition through expanded exports of energy and natural resources.
Discussions highlighted robust government support for LNG Canada Phase Two and other west coast LNG projects, outlining the opportunities these projects present for Japanese investors.
They reaffirmed the importance of the Critical Minerals Production Alliance as a framework to build critical minerals supply chains supporting relevant projects.
The Ministers discussed measures that boost Japanese investor confidence and encourage Canadian and Japanese business ties in energy and critical minerals.
Today's meeting underscored Canada's resolve to foster a dynamic partnership with Japan-one rooted in shared goals and mutual benefits that promotes energy security, economic growth, and innovation.
