On November 24, 2025, at a daily press briefing in Beijing, a spokesperson for the Chinese mainland foreign ministry, Mao Ning, said that the conditions are not yet ready for holding the China-Japan-ROK leaders’ summit. 🤝🚫
Mao Ning explained that recent, blatant, and erroneous remarks by the Japanese leader regarding the Taiwan issue have undermined the foundation and atmosphere for trilateral cooperation. 📉
It’s like when your favorite K-drama group chat hits a snag and you need to clear the air before the next episode drops. 🎬📺
The three nations have long sought to strengthen economic and security collaboration in East Asia. A successful summit could boost trade, coordinate pandemic recovery efforts, and address shared challenges like climate change and supply chain stability. 🌍💼
Despite the current pause, observers note that all parties still value deepening their partnership. Analysts suggest behind-the-scenes talks might resume once concerns over official statements are addressed, paving the way for a future gathering. 👀🔜
For now, the spotlight is on Japan’s next moves and how quickly the three sides can rebuild trust. Stay tuned to see when this key summit will finally take place! ⚡️
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China: Conditions not eady for holding China-Japan-ROK summit meeting
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