Japan's 'medical diplomacy' in ASEAN aims to sap China clout

Foreign Minister Motegi on whirlwind tour of Southeast Asia to offer help

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Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi is visiting Southeast Asia this week to explain Japan's COVID-19-related assistance. © Reuters

MASAYA KATO, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi has embarked on an expansive tour of Southeast Asia, offering medical assistance to help countries contain the spread of the coronavirus.

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