Ongoing tensions between Tokyo and Seoul cast a notable pall over the foreign ministers meeting.

The current dispute marks a clear break in both countries’ dealings with historical legacies.

South Korea, Japan, and the US are all damaged by the conflict. China, however, stands to gain.

If the forced labor rulings are the hidden motivation, Tokyo’s actions are wildly disproportionate.

As Japan escalates its trade restrictions, South Korea vows to respond in kind.

The export controls are a policy of last resort from a frustrated Tokyo.

Washington's mediation may provide a temporary fix, but not a long-term resolution to the core problems.

Tensions between Tokyo and Seoul show no signs of easing, with a political trade war escalating over historic grievances.

Japanese restrictions on high-tech exports to Korea are the latest manifestation of tensions linked to historical issues.

What will be the impact of the new wave of forced labor lawsuits in South Korea?

The move is short-sighted, given the importance of the Japan-South Korea relationship.

The historic remembrances have implications for modern-day relations between the two Koreas, and with Japan.

The confrontation has implications for the rest of Asia, and the United States.

Both sides are sending positive signals, but the thaw seems increasingly like the calm before the storm.

Just before the meeting, South Korea accused Japan of a provocative flight over a Korean destroyer.

Foreign Minister Taro Kono warned that the ruling could damage “the legal foundation of our relationship.”