The Economic Times

A familiar refrain as China and Japan, uneasy neighbors in East Asia, begin 2026 at odds again

A fresh wave of rhetoric has emerged between China and Japan, stoked by lingering historical grievances and military anxieties. Meanwhile, China's strategic outreach to South Korea is gaining momentum, with new trade and tech deals being inked. This evolving diplomatic landscape underscores the intricate interplay of power in the region, as tensions persist and solutions appear elusive.