1. South Korean Ambassador to Japan Lee Hyuk proposes mediation between Japan and China, citing Seoul's potential due to its stable bilateral relations with both countries.
2. The tension arose following comments by Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae about Taiwan, which were perceived as a threat to Japan-China ties.
3. Ambassador Lee also discussed the gold mines on Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture, previously contested due to forced labor from the Korean Peninsula, and urged Japan to find "more advanced" solutions to bridge differences with South Korea.
2. The tension arose following comments by Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae about Taiwan, which were perceived as a threat to Japan-China ties.
3. Ambassador Lee also discussed the gold mines on Sado Island in Niigata Prefecture, previously contested due to forced labor from the Korean Peninsula, and urged Japan to find "more advanced" solutions to bridge differences with South Korea.
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South Korean Ambassador Lee Hyuk proposes mediation between Japan and China, leveraging Seoul's stable relations with both nations. The proposal follows tension escalated by Japanese PM Takaichi Sanae's perceived threatening comments on Taiwan. Additionally, Ambassador Lee urges Japan to address
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251206_01/#summary
Date: Dec. 6, 2025
Notes: 2025-12-06
Created: 2025/12/07 04:40
Updated: 2025/12/07 21:05
Last Read: 2025/12/07 07:34