In his welcoming speech to world leaders, Abe asked that the summit “be one where differences are not highlighted, but common grounds are found.”
“The tension surrounding trade and geopolitics is rising. The responsibility of G20 is to counter such downside risks and take necessary actions," Abe said.
Abe also cautioned that although abrupt changes from globalization can bring the “temptation” for protectionism, “tit-for-tat of trade restrictive measures are to benefit no one.”
“Whatever the trade measure be they must be consistent with WTO agreement. I harbor grave concern regarding the current situation on global trade,” he added.
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