By J. Berkshire Miller
Japan has indicated this week that it is preparing to recommence bilateral discussions with North Korea, ending a stalemate that has lasted nearly four years. Chief Cabinet Secretary Osamu Fujimura told reporters that “there are several issues between Japan and North Korea and after having discussions we have decided to hold inter-governmental talks soon.” Osamu also indicated that Japan will work with North Korea “based on the principle of settling the unfortunate past and on restoring normal relations.” The talks will follow up a productive exchange between national representatives from the Red Cross in Beijing earlier this month on the potential return of the remains of Japanese soldiers from World War II.
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