South Korea should not leave tarnished Japan ties for next government

Icy relationship impedes economic activity and harms regional security

South Korea's presidential election is just four months away. The progressive ruling Democratic Party has selected former Gyeonggi Province Gov. Lee Jae-myung as its candidate, while the largest opposition force, the conservative People Power Party, has tapped former Prosecutor Gen. Yoon Seok-youl.

With the political season in full swing, President Moon Jae-in should use the remainder of his time in office to ensure the next administration can pursue constructive diplomacy with Japan.

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