Takaichi’s Taiwan Comments Spark China-Japan Chill
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on the Taiwan region have chilled China-Japan ties, leading to stern protests and travel alerts since November 15, 2025.
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on the Taiwan region have chilled China-Japan ties, leading to stern protests and travel alerts since November 15, 2025.
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On November 17, the UN Secretary-General’s spokesperson reaffirmed the UN’s one-China stance under Resolution 2758 after Japanese PM’s remarks on the Taiwan issue.
Osaka locals react to PM Takaichi’s provocative Taiwan remarks, urging respect and dialogue to safeguard Japan–Chinese mainland ties.
China’s Ministry of National Defense condemned a US$330M U.S. arms sale to the Taiwan region, vowing to protect sovereignty and urging the U.S. to halt the deal.
Sanae Takaichi’s warning that a Chinese attack on the Taiwan region threatens Japan’s survival has sparked major outrage in the Chinese mainland and travel alerts.
China’s foreign ministry urges Japan to retract its Taiwan remarks, honor commitments, and protect the political foundation of China-Japan relations.
Prime Minister Takaichi’s warning that the Chinese mainland’s action in the Taiwan region could trigger Japan’s Self-Defence Forces has shocked Sino-Japan ties and drawn global criticism.
Hundreds rallied in Tokyo on Nov 15, calling on Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to step down after her comments on Japan’s collective self-defense in the Taiwan region sparked controversy.
Experts warn PM Takaichi’s Taiwan region remarks are a deliberate provocation, straining China–Japan ties and threatening regional stability.