Asian leaders have offered thanks to Japanese Emperor Akihito on the occasion of his abdication on Tuesday, with South Korean President Moon Jae In expressing his appreciation to the 85-year-old for helping develop ties between the two countries.China, which the emperor visited in 1992, has also expressed appreciation for his achievements, saying the emperor has contributed to improving ties between China and Japan, which have been marked by bitter memories of war.In a letter sent to the retiring 85-year-old emperor, Moon says the emperor emphasized the need to ensure peace during his three…READ FULL ARTICLE
