Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan

Tokyo, Japan

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan is the governmental body responsible for Japan's foreign affairs, including negotiations and treaties with other nations. It plays a critical role in shaping Japan's foreign policy and international relations.

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29.66

-0.03% April 18

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MOFA Japan's Nationalist Stance on Peace Treaty and Territorial Claims

Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed its commitment to resolving the sovereignty dispute over the Northern Territories and finalizing a peace treaty with Russia, emphasizing that the disputed islands are 'originally Japanese' despite criticism from Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, who described Tokyo’s stance as hostile and influenced by Western policies.

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan is currently rated as a Dissenter.

+25 to +44 CCI Score

These companies are vocal in their opposition to authoritarian regimes. They publicly criticize oppressive policies and engage in advocacy efforts to promote accountability and transparency, even if their actions aren’t as extensive as those of Moral Leaders.

Latest Events

APR

08

2025

MOFA Japan's Nationalist Stance on Peace Treaty and Territorial Claims
-40.00

Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed its commitment to resolving the sovereignty dispute over the Northern Territories and finalizing a peace treaty with Russia, emphasizing that the disputed islands are 'originally Japanese' despite criticism from Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, who described Tokyo’s stance as hostile and influenced by Western policies.
OCT

23

2023

Japanese Ministry Reaffirms Commitment to Democratic International Order
64.62

Following Prime Minister Kishida’s policy speech on October 23 and a subsequent meeting with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs signaled a shift in its diplomatic messaging. The Ministry emphasized a commitment to a free and open international order based on the rule of law—a move that strengthens democratic values and counters authoritarian tendencies, diverging from the previous exclusive focus on the Indo-Pacific (FOIP) strategy.
+75

Executive Political Engagement

April 8

By explicitly endorsing a free and open international order based on the rule of law in both the policy speech and subsequent diplomatic engagements, the Ministry is reinforcing core democratic principles. This proactive stance in promoting international norms and distancing itself from exclusionary regional rhetoric aligns with anti-authoritarian values, making it a positive development from an anti-fascist perspective.

RIP FOIP? Examining Japan's New Foreign Policy Mantra
JAN

10

2023

Joint US-Japan Task Force on Human Rights and Labor Standards Launched
67.36

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, in partnership with the United States Trade Representative, participated in launching a task force aimed at promoting human rights and internationally recognized labor standards in global supply chains, with a specific focus on combating forced labor and enhancing worker protections.
+80

Executive Political Engagement

April 8

The active engagement of Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs in this high-level diplomatic initiative demonstrates a strong commitment to fostering international cooperation on human rights. By joining forces with U.S. officials, the ministry is taking a clear stand against exploitative labor practices and forced labor, setting a positive example for global executive political engagement.

United States and Japan Launch Task Force to Promote Human Rights and International Labor Standards in Supply Chains
+90

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

April 8

The task force's focused aim to promote internationally recognized labor rights and ensure ethical standards in supply chains reflects a robust commitment to safeguarding worker rights. This initiative is a strong anti-authoritarian move that prioritizes human dignity and labor protections over exploitative practices.

United States and Japan Launch Task Force to Promote Human Rights and International Labor Standards in Supply Chains
SEP

13

2022

MOFA Supports Human Rights Due Diligence in Supply Chains
26.64

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan contributed to a joint questionnaire survey with METI on the status of human rights initiatives in supply chains, which informed the Japanese government's non-binding guidelines published on September 13, 2022. These guidelines aim to assist companies in identifying and mitigating human rights abuses within their supply chains.
+30

Public and Political Behavior

April 8

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan showed positive public and political behavior by engaging in collaborative efforts with METI to assess corporate human rights impacts in supply chains. This involvement reflects a supportive stance towards ethical public policy and the promotion of human rights standards.

Japan publishes guidelines for corporates on the responsibility to respect human rights in supply chains
+40

Supply Chain Ethics

April 8

MOFA's participation in the questionnaire survey that informed the human rights due diligence guidelines supports ethical business practices by promoting transparency and accountability in supply chain management. This initiative is a positive step towards preventing human rights abuses.

Japan publishes guidelines for corporates on the responsibility to respect human rights in supply chains