We cannot afford to slacken our reform efforts. |
We confirmed that co-hosting of the World Cup will help the two countries build more forward-looking, friendly, cooperative relations, |
We have asked for a sincere response on the abduction and nuclear issues, but such a situation has not come about, |
We humbly accept this kind of historical fact and express anew our deep remorse and sincere apology, |
We must face such changes with unflinching resolve and courage and we must face them together. |
We must not be swayed by these temporary events. |
We must take this historical fact of such very sincerely, and I would like to express keen remorse and heartfelt apologies, |
We must work to show that North Korea will benefit the most from returning quickly to the six-nation talks and disposing of its nuclear program, |
We need to continue cooperation with each country to avoid a repeat ... There is concern about the effects of high oil prices on both the biggest economies and in regions like Southeast Asia. |
We need to pursue a comprehensive solution to resolving the problem, and to realize this, there is a need to properly address North Korea's concerns for a guarantee of security, |
We need to take up the challenges of strife and conflict that may face international society over the next 50 years, |
We needed to hear the people's voice on reform, |
We pray for the souls of the astronauts who bravely contributed to the progress of the human race, |
We reaffirmed our decision to remain in Japan and wait to be reunited with our families, |
We share the same indignation to terrorism, |