Speaker Johnson, Leader Schumer, Leader McConnell, Leader Jeffries Announce Japanese Prime Minister to Address Joint Meeting of Congress

March 4, 2024

Contact: Taylor Haulsee

WASHINGTON — Speaker Johnson, Majority Leader Schumer, Republican Leader McConnell, and Democratic Leader Jeffries today announced that His Excellency Kishida Fumio, Prime Minister of Japan, will address a Joint Meeting of Congress on Thursday, April 11, 2024.

This visit symbolizes both nations’ commitment to peace and prosperity and to an international community that promotes democracy, security, and stability.

“It is our honor to host Prime Minister Kishida for his first joint address to the United States Congress. Now more than ever, we must speak out against tyranny and continue our pursuit of freedom and democracy worldwide. I am pleased to join my colleagues in extending this invitation to His Excellency, laying the foundation for collaboration in the years to come,” said Speaker Johnson. “The U.S.-Japan Security Treaty, signed more than 60 years ago, still serves as a shining example of international cooperation and diplomacy. We are stronger together, and our alliance is a cornerstone of stability and security for both our nations and the world.”

“At a time when democracy is under threat from authoritarian regimes around the world, it is now more important than ever for the United States to show our support and maintain relationships with our allies and partners,” said Leader Schumer. “I am honored to join my colleagues in inviting Prime Minister Kishida to speak before the United States Congress in his first ever Joint Address. Japan is a close ally – critical to both our national and economic security. This visit will continue to deepen the diplomatic and security relationship between our two countries and build on the strength of decades of cooperation.”

View the letter here.

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