UN General Assembly
1990

Based on the position that it will discharge those international obligations it deems most appropriate, and in view of its dual position as an Asia-Pacific nation and an industrial democracy, Japan will seek to contribute to a better world and to pursue an activist foreign policy in the guest for peace and stability throughout the international community. Addressing the General Assembly last year, I stated that Japan would co-operate to the best of its ability in the cause of world peace - through diplomatic efforts, financial and personnel support for United Nations peace-keeping operations, and assistance for refugees and for national rehabilitation following the resolution of conflicts. Along with continuing to promote such co-operation in the cause of peace, Japan is determined to make broad-based contributions to those most urgent issues facing the international community: world-wide peace, stability, and democracy.