Let’s hit the streets of Taipei in China’s Taiwan region with CGTN Stringer to catch real vibes from residents of the Taiwan region after Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stirred things up with remarks on the Taiwan Strait. 🚶♀️🚶♂️
Last week, PM Takaichi suggested possible military intervention on the Taiwan Strait issue. Critics say these comments break the spirit of the four political documents—agreements that underpinned China-Japan relations for decades—and risk shaking up regional peace.
We talked to students, gamers, and young professionals over bubble tea and MRT rides. Here’s what they had to say:
- “Nobody likes war. In war, the people are the ones who really suffer,” said one Taipei City resident. 💔
- An NTU student added, “We’re pals with Japan—anime marathons, tech collabs, foodie trips to Osaka. Tension kills the fun.” 🍜🎮
- A startup founder warned that unstable ties could hit cross-border trade and blockchains, slowing down the booming tech scene. 💼🔗
Bottom line: young voices in Taipei are united—they want peace, clear dialogue, and stable vibes across the Taiwan Strait. Whether commuting on the MRT, binge-watching anime, or planning a Japan trip, they’re hoping governments keep it chill. ✌️🎉
As diplomatic talks heat up, residents of the Taiwan region are sending a simple message: stay cool, keep talking, and remember—people always lose when politics gets shaky. 🌏🤝
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Taiwan residents' take on Japan's Prime Minister's negative remarks
cgtn.com
