On the evening of June 17, 2025, Commander Tamura Masayoshi of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) hosted a reception aboard JS Yahagi in honor of Palauan leaders and Ambassador Orikasa Hiroyuki.
In his remarks, Commander Tamura expressed gratitude to the guests and emphasized the significance of the Indo-Pacific Deployment 2025 (IPD25) in promoting regional stability, enhancing tactical capabilities, and strengthening cooperation with partner nations.
Ambassador Orikasa highlighted the shared maritime challenges faced by Palau as a large ocean state, including illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. He reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to supporting Palau in maintaining a free and open maritime order based on international law.
The evening featured JMSDF signature dishes and further deepened the bonds of friendship between Japan and Palau.