Hey fam, some 🔥 diplomatic drama is unfolding between the Chinese mainland and Japan! On Monday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning called out Japan over recent comments on Taiwan and gave them a serious nudge to rethink their stance.
The debate started when Masaaki Kanai, director general of Japan’s Foreign Ministry Asia and Oceania bureau, made a high-profile visit to the Chinese mainland. 🚀 Mao Ning reminded everyone that the Chinese Foreign Ministry had already lodged stern representations after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s "provocative" remarks about Taiwan. She insisted Japan should retract those comments and stop stirring the pot on issues related to China.
But that’s not all – Mao also highlighted a worrying trend in Japan: a spike in crimes targeting Chinese citizens and threatening messages against Chinese diplomats from some right-wing provocateurs online. ⚠️ Beijing sees it as totally legit for authorities to issue safety alerts and advisories to keep everyone safe.
Bottom line? It’s a reminder that even high-level visits can spark fresh disputes, and social media heat only adds fuel to the fire. Stay tuned for updates, and remember: diplomacy isn’t just for ministers – it shapes how we travel, chat, and consume global news. 🌏✨
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Spokesperson responds to Japanese senior official's visit to China
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