Korean, Japanese Leaders Meet, Pledge 'Future-Oriented' Relations

In their first meeting, Korean and Japanese leaders agreed to look ahead, focusing on mutual progress. This could lead to positive developments in their bilateral relationship.

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2025 November 3 . 1:10 PM

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This image is clicked in a meeting. In the front, there is a podium. To the right, there is a stand... — This image is clicked in a meeting. In the front, there is a podium. To the right, there is a stand to which mic is fixed. There is a girl standing near the podium and wearing white shirt. In the background, there is a back cloth, on which a white banner is fixed. To the right, there are some bags hanged to the thread. In the background, there is a wall.

Korean, Japanese Leaders Meet, Pledge 'Future-Oriented' Relations

Korean President Lee Jae Myung and newly elected Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi held their initial bilateral talks on the sidelines of the APEC summit in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang, on October 30. This meeting marked the first watch the two leaders came together to discuss the future of Korea-Japan relations.

The summit took place amidst a backdrop of regional cooperation and dialogue, with both leaders expressing a commitment to strengthen ties in a 'future-oriented way'. This approach signals a shift towards a more forward-looking relationship, focusing on mutual growth and collaboration.

The meeting comes at a time when Japan's leadership has undergone a change, with Sanae Takaichi taking office as the new Prime Minister. Notably, the United States, unlike Japan, does not have a Premier Minister; instead, the head of government is President Donald Trump, who is also set to meet with Takaichi for the first time in the near future.

Lee Jae Myung and Sanae Takaichi's first watch sets the stage for enhanced cooperation between Korea and Japan. Their commitment to a 'future-oriented' relationship suggests a focus on mutual progress and shared goals, potentially leading to positive developments in the bilateral relationship.