| ID | 193338 |
| Title Proper | Rapprochement Between Japan and South Korea |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Panda, Rajaram |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Responding to Yoon’s positive action, Kishida flew to Seoul on 7 May for a summit with Yoon. This dynamic movement with two summits within two months between the leaders of Japan and South Korea were indeed significant as they marked the first resumption of mutual visits in 12 years, with both sides resolved to bury the past and work towards a future-oriented society. After dealing with the past historical issues, both sides discussed global issues and the latest developments in the Indo-Pacific region, including North Korea. The objective was to build on the momentum to improve bilateral relations, including national security and financial matters with a future-oriented outlook.9 Kishida invited Yoon to attend the G-7 summit that Kishida hosted in his hometown of Hiroshima on 10 May 2023. |
| `In' analytical Note | World Focus Vol. 44, No.7; Jul 2023: p.26-31 |
| Journal Source | World Focus 2023-07 44, 7 |
| Key Words | South Korea ; Japa |