On November 7, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s warning that the Chinese mainland’s "use of force on Taiwan" could pose a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan reignited debate over Tokyo’s security role in Asia.
Kazuteru Saionji, visiting professor at Higashi Nippon International University, said the Taiwan question is "China’s internal affair" and no outside interference should be allowed. He warned that failing to face Japan’s history of aggression risks pushing the country down a path of no return.
“Today’s China is very different from the past, and so is Asia,” Saionji noted, urging Tokyo to reflect deeply on its wartime legacy to maintain stable ties in the region.
Kwon Ki-sik, head of the Korea-China City Friendship Association, emphasized that the one-China principle remains a foundation for peace in East Asia and globally. He argued that Japan’s recent provocation stems from domestic political maneuvering rather than national interest.
Both experts call on Tokyo to abandon delusions of conflict and focus on building a peaceful future, underscoring that sustainable stability benefits citizens across the region.
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Japanese scholar, Korean intellectual warn of Japan's remilitarization
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