Hey fam! 📰 On Thursday, China's Ministry of Commerce dropped a statement urging Japan to immediately retract and correct its recent slip-ups regarding the island of Taiwan. According to spokesperson He Yadong, comments by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi have shaken the political foundation of China-Japan relations.
China says Japan needs to show real commitment through actions, or Beijing's ready to take "necessary measures" – with all consequences on Tokyo. Yikes! 😬
But it's not all tension. China's rolling out the red carpet for global investors:
- 54,000 new foreign-invested enterprises set up shop in China this year (up 14.7% YoY)
- Ranked the world's #2 consumer market – huge potential for e-commerce and lifestyle brands
- Fast-tracking green, digital, and intelligent transformation, from EVs on the streets to AI in factories
Foreign businesses, including Japanese companies, are already vibing with China's market outlook. With strong industrial support and a digital-first push, it's still one of the hottest spots for investment. 💼💡
We'll be watching closely if Tokyo tunes its messaging – because smoother political vibes mean smoother trade, and more collabs on tech, lifestyle, and sustainable projects across Asia. 🌏✨
Stay tuned for updates, and let us know what you think: Can China and Japan turn the page and level up their economic partnership? Drop a comment below! 👇
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China urges Japan to create conditions for normal economic, trade ties
cgtn.com
