Japan and North Korea Hold Talks
First discussions between the two countries in four years
A focus on Japan as China prepares to transition to the next generation of Communist leaders
Tensions between Japan and the two countries rise over some territorial disputes
The island is claimed by both China and Japan. Previously the South Korean president visited an island claimed by both Korea and Japan
The Japanese prime minister was supposed to visit South Korea but it may not happen after the South Korean president visited an islet claimed by Japan
Mutations include disfigured antennas, smaller wings and different patterns. No super powers.
First meeting in four years will focus on returning the remains of Japanese soldiers and the abduction of Japanese nationals.
The relay swim comes amid diplomatic tensions with Japan over ownership of the Dokdo (or Takeshima) islands.
GDP grew by 0.3 percent, down from one percent in the first quarter.
Move comes after South Korea's president visited islands claimed by both countries.
Will be able to double the consumption tax like he wanted
Opposition party wants to ease rules on non-bank loans amid stagnant economy.
Some trading was suspended for 95 minutes
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