Japan announced Tuesday a decision to reinstate South Korea as a preferred nation with fast-track trade status from July 21, virtually ending a four-year economic row that was strained during their bitter historic disputes.

Japan announced Tuesday a decision to reinstate South Korea as a preferred nation with fast-track trade status from July 21, virtually ending a four-year economic row that was strained during their bitter historic disputes.

  • scyrp@kbin.socialOP
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    3 years ago

    SS: Despite historic tensions and cultural attitudes about them, both South Korea and Japan seek to restore ties and improve relations. Driven by American pressure and Chinese belligerence, local powers are setting aside their past differences to tackle modern strategic concerns.