As the United States mounts a campaign to dismantle the International Criminal Court (ICC) Japanese officials have renewed support for its operation.

The ICC, which was established following a proposal by Trinidad and Tobago’s former Prime Minister and former President Arthur NR Robinson, is a permanent international tribunal that prosecutes individuals for genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity, and the crime of aggression. It was established in 2002 and is headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands, it was established in 2002.

During an official visit by Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi to Port of Spain last Friday, Director General for Press and Public Diplomacy of the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Toshihiro Kitamura said despite states’ differing views on the importance of the Court, it currently plays a very important role in maintaining international order.