Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's itinerary during this Golden Week holiday is indicative of the country's role today. He has just concluded a visit to ASEAN members Indonesia, Vietnam and Thailand. He heads on to Italy and the U.K.
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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, left, raises a toast with Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha in Bangkok on May 2. © Kyodo
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