Sort of sorry: war-apology resolution falls short, upsets many

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Japan's sorry effort at an apology to other nations for its actions before and during World War II has damaged the govt's internal strength and hurt its standing with other Asian countries. Prime Minister Tomiichi Murayama and the leaders of the Sakigake party forced a resolution through by threatening to resign, but political horsetrading and parliamentary tactics rendered it a hollow victory and a weak expression of remorse. Many senior politicians contend Japan was not at fault, blaming Western states instead.

Political activity, World War II, 1939-1945, Imperialism, Japan. Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 1995 AD

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Activism in Asia

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Japanese Foreign Minister Michio Watanabe believes that Japan should assert itself more as a leader in Asia, especially since US presence in the region has slackened with the removal of major military bases in the region. Watanabe, who has areputation for outspokenness, pointed out that Japan has already begun doing this, as exemplified by its independent decision to resume aid to China one year after the Tiananmen incident, and also in its peacemaking role in Cambodia and Vietnam.

International aspects, Diplomats, Watanabe, Michio

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Still on honeymoon: Japanese visit to Washington smoother than feared

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The diplomatic visits of Japan's Foreign Minister Michio Watanabe and Finance Minister YoshiroHayashi to Washington in early Feb 1993, were relatively uncomplicated despite prior predictions of animosity. The Clinton administration was accommodating tothe foreign officials although it was evident that the US expressed its firm trade views. The Japanese officials were made aware of the US' trade concerns, particularly regarding the balance of trade.

United States, Political aspects, United States foreign relations, Balance of trade

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