The Japanese government is carefully weighing its stance on the recognition of Palestinian statehood, a move that has significant diplomatic implications both regionally and globally.

While Japan has long played a neutral role in the Middle East conflict, it has also shown support for a two-state solution. This news reflects the delicate diplomacy Japan needs to conduct amid other pressing matters such as North Korea and a balancing act between its ally, the United States, and its economic relationships in the Middle East. Average Japanese citizens tend to focus more on domestic or regional affairs, and while they support peaceful resolutions internationally, it is not a top point of concern.

Compared to the US, which has officially recognized Israel but not Palestine, Japan's approach is different and more neutral. Similarly, within the EU, there is no consensus on the recognition of Palestine, with some countries recognizing Palestine and others not.