And mustling up. Taiwan is spending big bucks on military weapons for the u. S. Trigger something strong opposition from beijing. A south korean court has given a rule on a trial that has been say diplomatic issue with japan. Its now acquitted a japanese journalist. The former seoul bureau chief in a column he referred to a south korean newspaper report that questioned parks whereabouts. He suggested she may be meeting her former male secretary. Prosecutors have sought an 18month prison sentence. They say he knew the rumor wasnt true. But he insisted he is innocent. He said the article was in the Public Interest and said he in no intention of dishonoring park. They ruled how the president carries out her public duties is a matter of public cocern. For the political and social situation for japanese readers. Cotos response is muted. He said he didnt feel any particular emotion because the ruling wasnt a surprise for him. Adding he hopes there is no appeal. Translator i value the courts