Recent developments indicate that relations between Tokyo and Beijing may be improving as both countries look for ways to manage their lingering disputes amid changing dynamics in East Asia.
There appears to be some momentum in relations between Tokyo and Beijing. Chinese Foreign Minister and State Councilor Wang Yi visited Tokyo last week for discussions and Foreign Minister Taro Kono traveled to Beijing in January, making it the first time in nine years that the foreign ministers of both countries have made mutual visits.
Additionally, a high-level economic dialogue between the two countries has restarted for the first time after an eight-year hiatus and plans are in the works for Chinese Premier Li Keqiang to visit Tokyo next month.
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