MR. WILDER: On the island issue the United States has had a clear position since 1952. Obviously, the BGN database confused that a bit. The President took a very strong position of leadership after the South Koreans came to us with questions about that database. We believe that by returning that database to its original place we are reemphasizing that we take no side in this matter. This is a diplomatic matter for Japan and South Korea.
We're very glad to see today the announcement that the South Korean ambassador is going back to Tokyo. We think that's a positive sign that the relationship is healing and we hope to see more progress between the two sides.
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