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China-Japan Relations Improve, High-Level Talks Held
China and Japan are improving their bilateral relations, agreeing to enhance communication and cooperation while addressing key issues such as Taiwan, the Fukushima water discharge, and regional stability.
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Wang YiTakeo AkibaHan ZhengXi JinpingShigeru Ishiba
- How did both countries view their economic and trade cooperation?
- Both countries view their economic and trade cooperation as having a strong foundation, great potential, and high complementarity. They agreed not to "decouple" and will work to promote healthy economic and trade cooperation.
- What recent events suggest an improvement in China-Japan relations?
- Recent interactions between China and Japan, including congratulatory messages and phone calls between leaders, suggest steadily improving bilateral ties. A meeting between leaders is planned on the sidelines of an upcoming international gathering in South America.
- What were China's main requests or expectations of Japan during the consultations?
- During consultations, China urged Japan to have an objective view of Beijing, abide by commitments on Taiwan, and uphold the political foundation of their relationship. Discussions also covered expediting implementation of a bilateral political consensus on Fukushima's contaminated water discharge.
- What key agreements were reached between China and Japan regarding their bilateral relations?
- China and Japan agreed to maintain high-level exchanges and dialogues to improve bilateral ties. Both sides reaffirmed commitment to advancing their strategic mutually beneficial relationship, emphasizing the importance of economic cooperation and stable supply chains.
- What was China's stance on regional peace and stability and its approach to potential conflicts?
- China emphasized its peaceful development path, defensive national defense policy, and commitment to regional peace and stability. It expressed hope that all parties resist external forces inciting confrontation and maintain regional peace.