While both are focused on DPRK, Seoul has taken a less clear stance than Tokyo in alignment battle between US and China
Global power dynamics are currently undergoing a shift as countries align themselves with either the U.S. or China, in response to expanding Chinese hegemony and U.S. coercion that many nations face.
South Korea and Japan’s recent efforts to improve ties are part of this realignment, as are Seoul’s efforts to bolster its alliance with Washington since Yoon Suk-yeol took office.
Global power dynamics are currently undergoing a shift as countries align themselves with either the U.S. or China, in response to expanding Chinese hegemony and U.S. coercion that many nations face.
South Korea and Japan’s recent efforts to improve ties are part of this realignment, as are Seoul’s efforts to bolster its alliance with Washington since Yoon Suk-yeol took office.
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