Abe leaves for Netherlands, Britain to talk about EU issues

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe left Wednesday for the Netherlands and Britain for talks with the countries' leaders over a free trade agreement between Japan and the European Union as well as Britain's departure from the regional bloc."As Britain's exit from the European Union has drawn global attention, I will convey Japan's position to Prime Minister (Theresa) May and talk about the issue," Abe told reporters before his departure from Tokyo's Haneda airport.Abe is expected to request May to ensure that Britain's departure from the bloc will not have a negative impact on Japanese companies oper…READ FULL ARTICLE