Kishida Says Ties with Seoul Important for Japan's Next Leader.

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan emphasized the importance of maintaining strong relations with South Korea, regardless of who becomes Japan's next leader. Kishida made this statement during talks with South Korean counterpart Yoon Suk Yeol in Seoul, where they signed a memorandum of understanding to cooperate on evacuating their citizens from third countries in emergencies. South Korea's president expressed hope for continued positive momentum in their cooperation and progress in their trilateral partnership with the US. The leadership transition in Japan adds uncertainty to Yoon's foreign policy agenda, which prioritizes improving ties with Japan and the US to counter threats from North Korea. [Extracted from the article]