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K-pop drum duet between Japan and South Korea's leaders caps off summit talks

K-pop drum duet between Japan and South Korea's leaders caps off summit talks

Summary

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi played K-pop drums after a summit meeting in Japan. Their performance sought to ease tensions and strengthen ties between the two nations, which have historical disputes but are allies of the United States.

Key Facts

  • South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung and Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi played drums to K-pop songs.
  • The performance was part of Lee's visit to Japan to improve diplomatic relations.
  • Both leaders wore matching blue jackets and played songs like BTS's "Dynamite".
  • The duet highlights efforts to improve South Korea-Japan relations, which have been tense historically.
  • During the visit, Lee gifted Takaichi a drum set, and they exchanged signed drumsticks.
  • The leaders agreed to enhance economic cooperation amid tension in the region.
  • The performance went viral and gained praise on social media.
  • South Korea and Japan, both U.S. allies, aim to counter China's growing influence.
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