What the prime minister says about the fraught history between the two nations could continue a nascent thaw that is underway, or bring it to a halt.
Tag: Kishida, Fumio
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Why the Japan and South Korea Détente Is Crucial to Biden’s Asia Ambitions
The animosity between South Korea and Japan has long been a weak link in Washington’s Indo-Pacific strategy. President Biden is likely to urge more steps toward a thaw during meetings this week.
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Japan’s Prime Minister Safely Evacuated After Blast
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida was about to give a speech in the western Japanese city of Wakayama when a loud explosion was heard.
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In a Brother Act with Putin, Xi Reveals China’s Fear of Containment
Instead of focusing on a solution to the war in Ukraine, the Chinese leader’s visit to Moscow reinforced China and Russia’s shared opposition to American dominance.