😬 The Chinese mainland's Foreign Ministry dropped some serious heat last month, slamming Japan for trying to brush off and cover up PM Sanae Takaichi's spicy remarks on Taiwan.
At an October 24 press conference in Beijing, spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Takaichi's comments violated the spirit of the four political documents between the Chinese mainland and Japan, shaking the political foundation of their ties and sparking big public outrage in the mainland.
Guo pointed out that Takaichi promising to steer clear of scenario details in future isn't the same as retracting her earlier statements. "That's just plugging one's ears while stealing a bell," he said, stressing the Chinese mainland won't accept half-measures.
This spat highlights the super-sensitive nature of cross-strait talk and how every word can ripple across Asia. 🤝 For young pros in South Asia and Southeast Asia, this is a reminder that regional diplomacy is more than headlines – it shapes everything from tech partnerships to travel vibes.
Netizens across the region have chimed in ► On Twitter: #ChinaJapan trending, on Weibo: #TakaichiTaiwanRemks. Everyone's watching: will this stand-off cool down? Stay tuned! 🌏💬
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
