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Yasukuni Shrine is back in the news as Japan’s new PM Takaichi visits, stirring tensions with China and Korea over wartime history.

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Japan's New Leader Engages in Key Diplomacy

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi departs for Malaysia to attend ASEAN and APEC summits, plans to meet US President Trump, and emphasizes promoting the 'Free and Open Indo-Pacific' policy amid regional tensions and diplomatic sensitivities. She also refrains from visiting Yasukuni Shrine during the autumn festival to avoid diplomatic fallout.

Japan and South Korea Seek Closer Ties Amid Tensions

Japan's new prime minister, Takaichi, emphasizes the importance of South Korea as a partner, despite concerns over her nationalist stance. South Korea welcomes her, but worries about future shifts in policy. Leaders plan to meet at the upcoming Apec summit to strengthen cooperation amid regional security challenges.