Foreign Minister Yoriko Kawaguchi expressed confidence Sunday that the case of Charles Jenkins will be resolved satisfactorily as Japan and the United States have a strong alliance.
While noting that the issue is a matter between the United States and the accused army deserter, Kawaguchi said during an appearance on NHK TV: "There are no bilateral issues that cannot be resolved between Japan and the United States. We have a relationship of (strong) mutual trust."
Kawaguchi's comments suggest her confidence that the matter can be resolved if Jenkins seeks a plea bargain.