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S. Korean president visits Japan as deep-seated bilateral differences persist

S. Korean president visits Japan as deep-seated bilateral differences persist

Xinhua
14 Jan 2026, 18:45 GMT+

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung visited Japan and met with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The visit is seen as a key moment in bilateral "shuttle diplomacy." However, statements released by both sides suggest the fundamental differences between the two countries are still evident.

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