It appears that NATO is considering postponing the opening of its representative office in Tokyo. The decision was expected to be made at the Vilnius summit, but due to various factors, including France's concerns about its relations with China, an agreement could not be reached. However, discussions between NATO and Japan are ongoing, with the aim of reaching a decision by the end of the year.
The opening of a NATO representative office in Tokyo would be significant as it would mark the alliance's first office in Asia. Although Japan is not a member of NATO, potential membership is said to be on the agenda for discussion at the upcoming summit. Prime Minister Fumio Kisida of Japan is expected to participate in the summit.
It is worth noting that NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg has previously mentioned that a multi-year aid package to bring Ukraine closer to NATO will be approved at the Vilnius conference. Furthermore, Polish President Andrzej Duda expressed optimism about Ukraine's potential admission to NATO through a simplified procedure.
While the decision to open a NATO representative office in Tokyo has been postponed, discussions are ongoing, and a decision is expected to be reached later this year. The Vilnius summit holds significance not only for this matter but also for the approval of an aid package for Ukraine and discussions on its potential NATO membership.
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