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South Korea's President Seeks Japan-China Mediation Talks

12/4/2025

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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung plans to mediate between Japan and China.
Lee Jae Myung will visit Japan in mid-January for talks with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
The meeting signals improved relations, despite historical and territorial disputes.
They will discuss trilateral cooperation with the United States on North Korea's denuclearization and birth-rate challenges.
Reciprocal visits had stalled since 2011 but resumed in 2023 after wartime compensation progress.

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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung plans to mediate between Japan and China.
Lee Jae Myung will visit Japan in mid-January for talks with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
The meeting signals improved relations, despite historical and territorial disputes.
They will discuss trilateral cooperation with the United States on North Korea's denuclearization and birth-rate challenges.
Reciprocal visits had stalled since 2011 but resumed in 2023 after wartime compensation progress.