South Korea protests Japan's approval of textbooks claiming Japan's sovereignty over Dokdo Island.

South Korea has expressed deep regret and protest over Japan's approval of middle school textbooks claiming Japan's sovereignty over Dokdo Island, considered ROK territory. The ROK Ministry of Foreign Affairs criticized changes in textbooks regarding "comfort women" and forced labor victims. Seoul strongly protests Japan's claims over Dokdo, emphasizing that correct understanding of history is essential for a future-oriented bilateral relationship.

March 25, 2024
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