00:00The leaders of Japan and China have met on the sidelines of the APEC forum.
00:04It's the first time Japan's new Prime Minister, Takeichi Sanae,
00:08has met with Chinese President Xi Jinping since taking office.
00:11Both leaders emphasize the need for constructive and stable ties,
00:16but several sources of tension remain.
00:18Japan is concerned about China's activities in the East China Sea
00:22and its export controls on rare earths.
00:25Meanwhile, Takeichi is an outspoken supporter of Taiwan
00:28and has called for peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
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