We refrained from announcing this detail previously out of consideration for the man's bereaved family.

We want to realize from the Japanese point of view a more equitable and balanced way of burden-sharing. This question we will pursue irrespective of the discussion of permanent seat of the Security Council.

I am not sure if we should take (them) to mean his expression of disapproval.

However, the fact remains that Japan is still committed to G-4.

It is abominable that many people, including some Japanese citizens, were killed and injured by a series of bombs.

As the judicial procedure has started in Chile, Japan would like to observe that appropriate procedures are taken.

Nothing has been decided at the current moment.

We believe that, behind the death, there were regrettable acts by Chinese intelligence personnel that violated duties (of treaties to safeguard diplomats).

We have not received any reply from Chile yet and we don't know when we will receive it.