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The diplomatic relations between Japan and Korea are now said to be “worst after normalizing diplomatic relations”. In South Korea, not only protests against the Japanese government, but also non-buying movements targeting Japanese products and cancellation of private exchanges. Why is the conflict between governments moving people's feelings? I asked a reporter from Takeda, Seoul.
Q When traveling abroad, tourists are sometimes treated as “Japan National Team”. Please tell me the local atmosphere as a person living and interviewing in Korea.
A There is a “Japanese Economic Aggression Special Committee” in the ruling party that supports President Moon Jae-in, and his parliamentarians are discussing countermeasures for stricter export controls in Japan. The
On August 12th, I had a meeting with a Japanese reporter, so when I went there, Korean media cameras were lined up. It was like a press conference where only Japanese reporters could ask questions.
Q What questions did you ask?
A. “Non-buy campaigns for Japanese products are being carried out in Korea. Although it is considered as a voluntary movement by the private sector, there are local governments that support non-buying campaigns using taxes. Isn't it inappropriate?” I asked a question.
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