TOKYO -- In an episode that illustrates the sensitive nature of Sino-Japan relations, Tokyo and Beijing seem to be pulling their punches over the itinerary of Shinzo Abe's official China visit, the first by a Japanese prime minister in seven years.
Nearly a month ago, the governments had agreed Abe would arrive in Beijing on Oct. 23 for a three-day visit. During his stay, Abe would tour Shenzhen, China's tech hub and the home of Huawei Technologies and Tencent Holdings.
