New chapter for China-Japan relations

Editor's note: During his meeting with visiting Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Friday, President Xi Jinping said that China-Japan ties are back on track and gaining positive momentum. Three experts share their views on the prospects for relations with China Daily's Liu Jianna. Excerpts follow:

Bilateral relations enter new era

China and Japan have reached a consensus on the future development of bilateral relations and the need to deepen their cooperation. It is a new milestone in the two neighbors' often fraught relationship. It is anticipated that President Xi Jinping will make a reciprocal visit to Japan next year, which would further consolidate the rebound in the two countries' ties.