South Korea signals closer ties with Japan in new security strategy

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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, left, and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida wrap up a joint press conference in Tokyo on March 16. (Photo by Uichiro Kasai)

JUNNOSUKE KOBARA, Nikkei staff writer

SEOUL -- South Korea adopted a warmer approach toward Japan in its new National Security Strategy issued Wednesday, as President Yoon Suk Yeol's administration vows to strengthen cooperation with Tokyo based on shared universal values.

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