The visit of the South Korean president to the Dokdo, or Takeshima islands has been seen by Japan as an affront, and Tokyo has protested.<br /><br />It is the first visit by a head of state of either country. South Korea and Japan have disputed the islands, almost exactly half-way between the two, for decades. Rich in fish, they may also hide big gas fields underwater.<br /><br />...<br />http://www.euronews.net/
