Japan finance minister Kiuchi said a proactive fiscal policy does not imply a loosening of fiscal discipline.

Fars News: Iran's parliament speaker Ghalibaf said Iran does not want an endless war or protracted negotiations and will continue fighting until it forces the enemy to accept Iran's demands.

China's Li delivered video remarks on Oct. 15 at the opening of the new China–North Korea Yalu River bridge, calling the project a jointly promoted cross-border infrastructure initiative by Xi and Kim. He said the bridge’s opening will boost bilateral trade and people-to-people exchanges, and urged both sides to use the occasion to optimize port customs clearance, improve connectivity, develop border-area cooperation and enhance residents’ welfare.