Japan and South Korea Summit: A Strategic Pivot Amid Rising Chinese Threats

In an era where China’s aggressive ambitions threaten the stability of the Asia-Pacific region, Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is taking decisive steps by hosting South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Nara. This summit is more than ceremonial; it is a strategic maneuver aimed at bridging historic divides between two key U.S. allies at a time when unified resistance to Beijing’s expansionism is paramount.Can Old Foes Overcome History to Face a Common Threat?For decades, lingering resentments from Japan’s colonial rule over Korea have poisoned bilateral relations, hampering any effective cooperation against shared threats like North Korea’s nuclear program and...