Japan's Former Foreign Minister Yohei Kono Dies; Known as Pro-China, Opposed Visa for Lee Teng-hui
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Yohei Kono, former Speaker of the House of Representatives and former Foreign Minister of Japan, died on June 8 at the age of 89. He was known as a pro-China figure and opposed issuing a visa to former President Lee Teng-hui.
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- Q: When did Yohei Kono die?
- A: He died on June 8, 2025.
- Q: What is the Kono Statement?
- A: A 1993 statement by Chief Cabinet Secretary Yohei Kono expressing apology and remorse for the comfort women issue.
- Q: Why did Yohei Kono oppose the visa for Lee Teng-hui?
- A: Because he was pro-China and wanted to avoid antagonizing China.