A Japan visit by China's top diplomat Wang Yi in February has been studied by the two governments, several diplomatic sources said

Chinese and Japanese foreign ministers have agreed to continue cooperation across all levels and channels, according to China's foreign ministry. This was clarified by ministry spokesperson Mao Ning in response to a report suggesting Foreign Minister Wang Yi's potential visit to Japan in February.

Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi engaged in discussions focusing on economic, security, and regional issues. Emphasizing cooperation amid tensions in the East and South China Seas,

China and Japan have stepped up engagement in recent months, but analysts say the trajectory of relations will largely come down to Tokyo's political situation and its ties with the incoming Donald Trump administration.

As Trump prepares to enter the White House, China sends a top official on a tour of Namibia, Congo Brazzaville, Chad and Nigeria.