# Japan Pays ICC Early Amid U.S. Sanctions

> Japan may pay International Criminal Court 2027 contributions early to avoid U.S. sanctions disruption.
- Title: Japan Pays ICC Early Amid U.S. Sanctions · The Japan Times
- Summary: Japan may pay International Criminal Court 2027 contributions early to avoid U.S. sanctions disruption.
- Keywords: icc, us-sanctions, japan, tomoko-akane, us-japan-relations, donald-trump, The Japan Times
- Source: The Japan Times — https://japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/11/07/japan/politics/japan-contribution-icc-us-sanctions
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- Published: 2026-11-07T04:27:00+00:00
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- Topics: icc, us-sanctions, japan, tomoko-akane, us-japan-relations, donald-trump, news, politics, world
## Japan considers early ICC payment
Japan may pay its 2027 International Criminal Court contributions ahead of schedule due to U.S. sanctions.
## U.S. sanctions on ICC
U.S. President Donald Trump designated ICC for sanctions in October, imposing 180-day moratorium.
## ICC funding risk
If sanctions fully implemented by April 2027, ICC could lose access to dollar-based settlements.
## Japan's contribution
Japan contributed about 4.6 billion yen this year, largest single country payment to ICC.
## Japan's response
Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara said Japan will consider financial measures while continuing communication with ICC President.
## Key takeaway

Japan plans early payment to International Criminal Court to prevent funding shortfall from U.S. sanctions.