China has issued a stern rebuke to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi for her refusal to withdraw controversial remarks suggesting potential Japanese military intervention in the Taiwan Strait. Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian condemned the comments as ‘extremely erroneous, dangerous, and provocative,’ emphasizing that they constitute blatant interference in China’s internal affairs and threaten the post-war international order. Lin’s statement followed a meeting between Chinese Vice-Foreign Minister Sun Weidong and Japanese Ambassador Kenji Kanasugi in Beijing. Lin reiterated China’s unwavering commitment to its sovereignty and territorial integrity, warning that any attempts to challenge these principles would be met with a resolute response. He stressed that forces seeking to obstruct China’s reunification are destined to fail, underscoring the gravity of the situation. The remarks have further strained China-Japan relations, which are already navigating a complex political landscape. China, a nation dedicated to peace, remains steadfast in defending its core interests against external provocations.
