A weekend opinion poll by public broadcaster kbs suggests nearly 42 of respondents support park geunhye and about 40 back moon jaein. Whoever wins must address diplomatic relations with an important neighbor, japan. Things have been a little rocky because of a territorial dispute. Japan claims islands in the waters separating the nations, but south korea controls the territory. And both candidates say thats not up for negotiation. Still, park says japan is an important friend. She wants to increase economic cooperation. Moon says leaders of both countries should make efforts to prevent the past from hindering ties. But hes firmer on certain cases. He says japanese government officials are distorting historical facts on longstanding issues. The debates over territory and history will continue after South Koreans elect a new president. But some Business People there say the coverage of these differences misrepresents whats really going on. They say people from both countries are finding
May Day Rallies Demand Improved Labour Rights: Marking May Day, a number of labour, political, and professional groups held events and demonstrations across the capital today.