Islanders show mixed reaction to Japan-Russia deal

Russian residents of Shikotan Island, one of four Russian-held islands off Hokkaido that are claimed by Japan, watch TV news on bilateral summit meeting at a retail store on Dec. 16, 2016. While the leaders of the two countries agreed to launch talks on joint economic activities on the isles, residents expressed hope as well as concern over the deal, which calls for cooperation in the fishery, sea farming, tourism, medical and environmental fields. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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