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Japan seeks to increase Central Asia presence, but may find it 'hard to drive a wedge'
Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida speaks during a news conference at the prime minister's official residence in Tokyo on November 2, 2023. Photo: VCG Japan is attempting to boost its presence in Central Asia, driving a wedge between Central …