China's Top Diplomat Urges Japan and South Korea to Align with Beijing and Revitalize Asia

China's top diplomat, Wang Yi, has called on Japan and South Korea to align with Beijing and foster a sense of "strategic autonomy" from the West in order to "revitalize Asia." Wang's comments come as tensions rise between China and the two neighboring American allies, who have been strengthening their relations with the United States and each other due to concerns about China's growing influence. Wang emphasized the need for Japan and South Korea to work together with China to prosper and benefit the world, while also criticizing "certain major powers outside the region" for exaggerating ideological differences to seek geopolitical gains.