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S.Korea, Japan hold first bilateral talks since 2019, seek stronger ties

13 Sept 19:17 Key points summarised by AI

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida held their first one-on-one talks since 2019, agreeing to improve strained bilateral relations.
The leaders committed to resolving pending historical issues, including disputes over colonial-era labor compensation, and accelerating diplomatic discussions.
Both nations expressed serious concerns over North Korea's evolving nuclear program, underscoring the strategic importance of stronger ties amidst regional threats.
Despite the positive step, challenges remain, particularly regarding South Korean court orders for Japanese company assets, which Japan considers settled by a 1965 treaty.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.