Xi-Abe Meet at APEC Forum as Obama Seeks Trade Pact

The video discusses the deteriorating relations between China and Japan over disputed islands in the East China Sea, highlighting the historical context and recent diplomatic efforts to improve ties. It also explores the potential future of these relations and the role of the US in Asia, particularly in light of its relations with Russia and the transpacific partnership.

What was the main reason for the tension between China and Japan discussed in the first section?

• Disputed islands in the East China Sea

• Economic competition

• Cultural differences

• Trade disagreements

What historical event contributes to the ongoing tension between Japan and its neighboring countries?

• The Vietnam War

• Japan's occupation during World War II

• The Cold War

• The Korean War

Why did Japan purchase the disputed islands from a private owner?

• To sell them to China

• To develop tourism

• To prevent a nationalist governor from buying them

• To build military bases

What is one of the main goals of President Obama during the APEC summit?

• To negotiate a peace treaty with Russia

• To strengthen the US pivot to Asia

• To establish a new military base in Asia

• To reduce tariffs on European goods

What trade agreement is President Obama trying to advance during the APEC summit?

• North American Free Trade Agreement

• European Union Trade Agreement

• Trans-Pacific Partnership

• African Continental Free Trade Area