Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi's comments on Taiwan during a Diet hearing on Nov 7 have raised eyebrows and alarms. She warned that if the Chinese mainland used force on Taiwan, it could threaten Japan's survival, even hinting at armed intervention in the Taiwan Strait. 😳
But experts from Japan and the Republic of Korea are pushing back. Visiting professor Kazuteru Saionji of Higashi Nippon International University stressed that the Taiwan question is an internal affair of the Chinese mainland—and no other country should meddle. Saionji warns that ignoring history and repeating past mistakes could derail relations between Tokyo and the Chinese mainland for good. 📚⚠️
Meanwhile, Kwon Ki-sik, head of the Korea-China City Friendship Association, highlights the one-China principle as the bedrock of regional peace. According to Kwon, Japan's provocation reflects domestic political maneuvering—using hawkish talk to rally support without considering the bigger picture. He urges Tokyo to face reality, drop illusions, and focus on building a stable, peaceful future for its people. 🤝🌍
With tensions simmering, experts agree that Japan's path forward should be through honest reflection on its wartime past, strong regional partnerships, and a clear commitment to peace. After all, today's Asia is not the Asia of 80 years ago—and the world is watching. 🌏👀
What do you think? Can Japan balance history, domestic politics, and regional harmony? Share your thoughts below! 💬👇
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Japanese scholar, Korean intellectual warn of Japan's remilitarization
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