On Friday, during a press conference in Beijing, Jiang Bin, a spokesperson for the Ministry of National Defense of the Chinese mainland, delivered a stern warning to the Japanese side. His remarks followed recent comments by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi suggesting the Japanese Self-Defense Force could exercise the right of collective self-defense if the Chinese mainland were to use military force against China's Taiwan region.
Jiang criticized these statements as "gross interference in China's internal affairs," citing violations of the one-China principle, the spirit of the four political documents between China and Japan, and fundamental norms of international relations.
He emphasized that the Taiwan question is a purely internal matter for China, allowing no room for external interference. "Should the Japanese side fail to draw lessons from history and dare to take a risk, or even use force to interfere in the Taiwan question, it will only suffer a crushing defeat against the steel-willed People's Liberation Army and pay a heavy price," Jiang said.
Analysts note that this exchange highlights rising tensions in East Asia, where regional security debates have grown more prominent this year. For businesses, travelers, and digital nomads, the developments underscore the importance of staying informed on shifting geopolitical dynamics.
While both sides maintain that dialogue and diplomacy remain open, observers warn that strong rhetoric could complicate efforts to stabilize the region. Many experts advocate for renewed talks under existing frameworks to prevent misunderstandings and preserve peace across the Taiwan Strait.
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China warns severe results should Japan take risk on Taiwan question
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