Japan is seeking talks with China to resolve a dispute over the disposal of treated wastewater from the ruined Fukushima nuclear plant, with top officials of both countries set to cross paths at the Asean summit.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Chinese Premier Li Qiang will meet with Southeast Asian nations in Jakarta Wednesday and Thursday. There were concerns Li might use the forum to condemn Japan’s water release in front of regional dignitaries.Japan said this week it has requested discussions with China under the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership over Beijing’s ban on Japanese seafood imports.
Japan has warned of World Trade Organization action against China. Tokyo this week submitted its argument to the WTO explaining the safety of the water release. It also urged China to “immediately repeal” its import suspension.
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