Chilling moment Japan and South Korea leaders perform drums together during summit

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Summit footage shows Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korea President Lee Jae Myung appearing together in a brief drum performance at the close of their first day of talks in Nara, Japan, a symbolic gesture shared by the Japanese Prime Minister’s Office. The informal cultural exchange followed formal discussions focused on security cooperation, economic ties, and regional stability, as both leaders addressed growing uncertainty in East Asia. Officials said the meeting aimed to strengthen bilateral relations and coordination on shared challenges, including regional security dynamics and economic resilience.