Korea Japan Economic Ties 2026 Survey: 44% Expect Improved Business Relations
A 2026 survey shows 44% of business leaders in South Korea and Japan expect improved ties, focusing on chips and robotics. Explore the shifting economic landscape.
The chill in East Asia is thawing faster than expected. 44% of business leaders in Japan and South Korea now expect bilateral ties to improve, according to a recent survey. This is a massive jump from the 16% recorded just a year ago. A joint poll by Nikkei and Maeil Business Newspaper suggests that executives are prioritizing pragmatism over historical grievances.
Korea Japan Economic Ties 2026 Survey: Focus on Chips and Robotics
Technology is the new glue for the two neighbors. Leaders cite semiconductors and robotics as the most promising areas for future cooperation. With U.S.-China tensions reshaping global trade, both nations feel the urge to solidify their supply chains. South Korean firms are entering the Japanese market at a record clip, with consumer brands like Mammoth Coffee making waves in Tokyo, signaling a broader cultural and economic exchange beyond heavy industry.
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