Tokyo’s political scene got a jolt this week when Liberal Democratic Party heavyweight Sana Takaichi stirred debate with her comments on the Taiwan region. 🔍
Masakatsu Adachi, honorary professor at Kanto Gakuin University, didn’t hold back. He’s urging Takaichi to retract her statement promptly. Why? According to Japan’s official one-China principle, the Taiwan region is part of Chinese territory – so he argues its affairs are outside Japan’s business. Any attempt by Takaichi to justify her stance is, in his words, just sophistry. 🤨
Why it matters ⚡️
Japan walks a tightrope between its security alliance with the US and deep economic ties with the Chinese mainland. Debates like these can sway investor confidence, tech collaborations, and even social media discussions across South and Southeast Asia. For young pros tracking global trends on their phones, this isn't just distant politics – it's a reminder of how diplomatic whispers can become loud conversations in our feeds. 🌐📱
We’ll keep an eye on how Takaichi responds. Will she back down? Or double down? Stay tuned for updates on this cross-border chatter that’s lighting up political feeds from Tokyo to Jakarta. ✨
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Japan expert urges Takaichi to withdraw statement 'promptly'
cgtn.com
