East Asia refers to a subregion of Asia consisting primarily of China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau. It is known for its rich history, cultural diversity, economic powerhouses such as China and Japan.
Related terms
Open Door Policy (China): A diplomatic concept applied specifically to China during the late 19th and early 20th centuries which called for equal trading rights among all foreign nations.
Treaty of Portsmouth: The treaty signed in 1905 that ended the Russo-Japanese War facilitated by President Theodore Roosevelt's mediation efforts.
Meiji Restoration: Refers to the period in Japanese history when Emperor Meiji was restored to power, leading to significant political and social reforms that modernized Japan.