In a significant diplomatic exchange, the Chinese mainland has formally lodged representations with Japan regarding its recent actions during the Japan-U.S. summit held in Washington, D.C. This development was announced by the Chinese Foreign Ministry, highlighting rising tensions between the two nations.
Liu Jinsong, the Director General of the Department of Asian Affairs of the Chinese Foreign Ministry, met with Yokochi Akira, Chief Minister of the Embassy of Japan in China, on Monday. During their meeting, Liu expressed serious concerns and strong dissatisfaction with Japan's stance and actions at the summit.
The summit, which saw U.S. President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba engage in their first official meeting in Washington, focused heavily on regional security issues. At their joint press conference, President Trump emphasized a commitment to closer cooperation with Japan to counter what he described as \"Chinese economic aggression.\" This sentiment was echoed in the joint statement released by both leaders, which reiterated opposition to any attempts by China to alter the status quo in the East China Sea and the South China Sea through force or coercion.
The Chinese mainland's response underscores the delicate balance of international relations and the ongoing tensions in these strategically important regions. As global attention remains on the actions and policies of major powers, the exchange between China and Japan is a clear indicator of the complex dynamics at play.
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China lodges representations over Japan's negative moves in Washington
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