The UK and Japan have agreed to accelerate cooperation on cybersecurity and critical minerals, citing growing strategic pressure in the Indo-Pacific.
During an overnight visit to Tokyo, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the partnership comes amid “geopolitical, economic and technological shocks” reshaping the global order. The visit followed talks in Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping on a long-term strategic partnership.
At a joint press conference, Starmer and Japanese leader Sanae Takaichi confirmed plans to deepen security coordination across the Atlantic and Indo-Pacific, while strengthening economic resilience.
Key developments:
• Launch of a new UK–Japan cyber strategic partnership
• Joint action to secure critical mineral supply chains, including rare earths
• Support for a free and predictable multilateral trade system
• Backing for the CPTPP and closer coordination with the EU
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