The Japanese government has expressed interest to help the Duterte administration in its war against illegal drugs, according to the Department of Finance (DoF).

In a statement, the agency said Finance Secretary Carlos Dominguez 3rd had received an update on the assistance extended by Japan to the Philippines’ campaign against illegal drugs, support for Mindanao peace and development and ongoing efforts to strengthen maritime cooperation between the two countries.

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