The common theme was that all three countries showed favorable responses to the Government of Japan's bid to become a permanent member of the United Nation's Security Council. I understand that they reacted quite favorably. Because one of the criticisms in Europe is that it has not played its part in security, particularly in the Southeast Asian region, where Japan has a particular interest. So the commonality seems a little bit far-fetched. Take for example the Kosovo conflict.
Japan is geographically remote from Europe.
So the issue is understood in the global context, and the value is universal. Although geographically the regions are apart, for the resolution of those challenges we should be united, and make concerted efforts. He stressed that point. My interpretation is that the process is ongoing. For example, the issue of conflict prevention.