Russian Control: Activities and Islands

russian control: Yuri Ushakov, an aide to Putin, told media that the two sides agreed to start consultations on conditions of joint economic activities over the four Pacific islands, though stressing that the activities should be conducted under Russian jurisdiction, according to Global Times China. Russia suggested joint economic activities to Japan on the disputed islands in November, but some analysts here have been concerned that if Japan accepts the suggestion, it would mean a big step towards Moscow by recognizing Russian control of the Islands. Abe told reporters after a three-hour summit with Putin that he had a candid and in-depth discussion with Putin and they discussed free visits of Japanese ex-residents to and joint economic activities in four disputed islands in the Pacific. Japan has hoped to open a door for making breakthrough on dispute over the four Pacific islands held by Russia but claimed by Japan through the Abe-Putin summit. Abe also showed his determination to resolve the issue by visiting and praying before his father grave while waiting for Putin arrival which was delayed for over two and a half hours, according to local media reports. Earlier in the day, Abe told reporters before departing for Nagato that he hopes to spend time to negotiate in a quiet atmosphere at night. (news.financializer.com). As reported in the news.