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DIPLOMATIC DOCUMENTS: Akihito’s visit to China in 1992 was enshrouded in secrecy at time
China repeatedly requested that Emperor Akihito visit after he ascended the Chrysanthemum Throne in 1989. Diplomatic documents released by the Foreign Ministry on Dec. 20 stated that on Dec. 17 ...
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DIPLOMATIC DOCUMENTS: Ministry listed pros, cons of Emperor Akihito visiting China
The Foreign Ministry’s China Division in 1991 listed the pros and cons of arranging a visit to China by Emperor Akihito, including the possible impact on diplomatic relations around Asia.