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flag Japan and South Korea reaffirmed security and economic cooperation in their final summit, addressing North Korea, trade, and shared challenges.

flag Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung concluded their third and likely final summit in Busan, reaffirming cooperation on security, economic challenges, and regional stability amid shifting global dynamics. flag The leaders emphasized collaboration on North Korea’s nuclear program, low birth rates, rural development, and disaster resilience, while pledging continued high-level dialogue. flag Both nations are aligning on U.S. trade pressures, with Japan securing a reduced tariff rate and committing $550 billion in U.S. investments, while South Korea resists demands for upfront payments on its proposed $350 billion investment plan. flag The meeting marked a continued effort to improve relations despite historical tensions, with Lee becoming the first South Korean president since 1965 to prioritize Japan for a bilateral summit.

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