Japanese PM Plans South Korea Visit for Diplomatic Talks

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is considering a September visit to South Korea to meet with President Yoon Suk Yeol. Aimed at reaffirming cooperative ties between the two nations, the discussions will occur just before Kishida steps down from office next month.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida is contemplating a trip to South Korea in September to engage in diplomatic discussions with President Yoon Suk Yeol, as reported by Kyodo news agency through anonymous diplomatic sources.

Kishida, who recently announced his intention to resign next month, seeks to solidify collaborative relations between the neighboring East Asian countries prior to his departure, according to Kyodo.