Japan Criticises Russia's Extradition Request For ICC Officials
· World · Bloomberg, The Hindu
Japan has formally expressed regret over a Russian request to Dutch authorities for the extradition of International Criminal Court President Tomoko Akane and eight other officials. Deputy Cabinet Secretary Masanao Ozaki stated that Japan considers measures targeting individuals connected to the ICC to be unfair and unacceptable. The Russian Prosecutor General’s Office initiated the request following the ICC's legal actions against Russian figures. Japan continues to maintain its stance that such attempts to pressure international judicial personnel are inappropriate.
Why it matters
The diplomatic friction underscores the ongoing tension between the ICC and Russia, while highlighting Japan's commitment to supporting the independence of international judicial bodies.
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