They are technically only separated by one country which is Russia.
Just a brief history of the Illiad:
This story is all about how Ilium, otherwise known as Troy, fell. It is a Greek poem attributed to Homer. The story is set during the Trojan war near the end of it. it all started when Paris, stole Helen from Menelaus who is the King of Troy.
Attached is the re-typed summary and the answers to your questions. I hope this helps.
China for Southwestern Pacific, but US, Brazil, and the EU are top producers