Seoul Pursues New Entente With Japan
Asia tensions with China, North Korea drive longtime antagonists together
By: Shim Jae Hoon
The South Korean government’s March 6 decision compensating Korean laborers drafted to work for Japanese companies during World War II marks a new step in pursuit of a historic entente with Japan.
The move is expected to clear the way not only for closer trade relations but also bilateral security coo…
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