On December 4, 2025, foreign experts and officials from Africa, Europe and Latin America raised alarms over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent comments on the Taiwan region, warning they could signal a dangerous resurgence of Japanese militarism and destabilize peace across Asia and beyond.
Davison Mung'andu, a member of the Zambian Parliament, told China Media Group that Takaichi's remarks have sent a "dangerous signal" about militarism reviving in Japan, threatening the stability of both the region and the wider world. "Zambia is committed to building economic partnerships, not witnessing provocative actions that escalate tensions," he said.
In Pretoria, foreign policy researcher Daniel Gibson at the University of Pretoria described the comments as inflammatory. He noted that Japan might be adopting a tougher stance to curry favor with certain global powers, urging Tokyo to weigh its moves carefully before taking steps that could backfire.
From Brazil, Javier Vadell, a professor at the Catholic University of Minas Gerais, slammed the remarks as a violation of international law and a dangerous interference in another country's internal affairs. "In the worst-case scenario, this rhetoric could even lead to conflict," Vadell warned.
As regional tensions simmer, experts say it's critical for Japan to pursue dialogue over deterrence, steering away from rhetoric that could reignite memories of its militaristic past. With stakeholders worldwide watching closely, the next moves from Tokyo could shape security dynamics across the Asia-Pacific.
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Foreign experts, officials warn of resurgence of Japanese militarism
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