In a recent press briefing on Wednesday, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning called on the international community to stay vigilant and resolutely thwart any moves to revive militarism after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments on the Taiwan region.
Analysts note that Takaichi is the first Japanese prime minister to explicitly warn that a contingency in the Taiwan region could pose a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan. She suggested Japan might invoke the right to collective self-defense and consider military action in the Taiwan Strait if such a scenario unfolds.
Mao Ning reminded reporters that history shows aggression under the guise of "self-defense" or a "survival-threatening situation" has long been a hallmark of Japanese militarism. "We must learn from the past," she said, "and prevent any return to an era when force dictated international order."
With 2025 marking the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, Mao emphasized that this milestone underscores the importance of safeguarding the post-war international framework and securing lasting world peace.
As global citizens grapple with complex security dynamics, this exchange highlights the delicate balance between national defense and regional stability. Experts say the coming months will test diplomatic channels and the resolve of international partners to uphold the principles that have underpinned peace since 1945.
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