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Japan's PM Pushes for Renewed Diplomacy with South Korea

8/2/2025

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Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru is eager to reignite "shuttle diplomacy" with South Korea, aiming for reciprocal leader visits. After a fruitful two-day trip to South Korea, lawmakers reported a constructive dialogue with President Lee Jae-myung, emphasizing a forward-looking partnership while sidestepping historical tensions. Ishiba is optimistic about an upcoming meeting with Lee.

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Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru is eager to reignite "shuttle diplomacy" with South Korea, aiming for reciprocal leader visits. After a fruitful two-day trip to South Korea, lawmakers reported a constructive dialogue with President Lee Jae-myung, emphasizing a forward-looking partnership while sidestepping historical tensions. Ishiba is optimistic about an upcoming meeting with Lee.