Beijing has issued a strong condemnation of a violent assault on two Taiwanese individuals in Tokyo, urging Japanese authorities to swiftly bring the perpetrators to justice. Peng Qing’en, spokesperson for China’s State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, expressed deep concern over the incident during a press conference on Wednesday. The attack, which occurred in July, involved five Japanese men severely assaulting the Taiwanese victims on a Tokyo street. Japanese police have since confirmed the arrest of suspects linked to the case. Peng emphasized the shared bond between mainland China and Taiwan, stating, ‘We strongly condemn such acts of violence and urge the Japanese side to deal with the offenders swiftly and severely.’ He also highlighted a concerning trend of increasing attacks on tourists in Japan, including those from Taiwan. Peng linked the rise in such incidents to provocative remarks made by Japan’s prime minister regarding Taiwan, which he claimed have fueled anti-China sentiments and extremist behaviors among Japan’s right-wing factions. These developments, he warned, pose significant risks to the safety of visitors in Japan.