Leaders of Japan and South Korea meeting

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi met with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung for talks on Tuesday. 

Lee said at the beginning of the meeting with Takaichi that “In this increasingly complex situation and within this rapidly changing international order, they must continue to make progress toward a better future”. He added that “Cooperation between the two countries is more important than ever”. Takaichi said that “While advancing Japan-South Korea relations, both countries should cooperate to ensure regional stability and fulfill their respective roles”.