The United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Canada, and Japan issued a joint statement

On March 11, local time, the energy ministers of the G7 (the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Canada, and Japan) issued a joint statement saying that all parties support in principle taking proactive measures to address the current situation, including utilizing strategic energy reserves if necessary.

The statement said that the G7 energy ministers held a video conference on March 10, with International Energy Agency Executive Director Fatih Birol participating. The meeting discussed the impact of the Middle East conflict on global energy markets, including oil and gas supply security and energy prices.

The statement said that G7 member countries will closely coordinate with the International Energy Agency and its member countries, continuously monitor energy market trends, and are prepared to take all necessary measures if necessary.