Press release

Japan-South Korea relations: Foreign Secretary's statement

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly gave a statement on South Korea's plan to resolve sensitive historical issues with Japan.

From:
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office and The Rt Hon James Cleverly MP
Published
6 March 2023
This was published under the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said:

The UK welcomes the statements today from South Korea and Japan as they seek to resolve sensitive historic issues. We support both our partners in their efforts to form closer ties. Our world can only be stronger and safer when we work together in support of our shared interests and values.

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Published 6 March 2023