Families of Chinese wartime forced laborers file lawsuit against 6 Japanese firms
Relatives of Chinese workers forced into labor during World War II have sued six Japanese companies in what the report describes as a case filed amid strained bilateral relations.
Families of Chinese wartime forced laborers have filed a lawsuit against six Japanese firms, according to reporting. The case involves workers who were forced into labor during World War II.
The lawsuit comes as tensions between China and Japan have increased following comments by Japan's premier regarding a potential Chinese military action against Taiwan, which he suggested could prompt a Japanese military response.
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- Families of Chinese wartime forced laborers file lawsuit against 6 Japanese firms: Report — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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