History alert! 🎉 Sanae Takaichi has made history as Japan's first female prime minister, and Beijing is already sending a friendly handshake. At a Tuesday briefing, Guo Jiakun, spokesperson for the Chinese mainland's Foreign Ministry, shared Beijing's roadmap for stronger ties 🤝.
Guo noted that "we have noted the election results, which are Japan's internal affairs," underlining respect for Japan's sovereign process. Beyond that, he emphasized that as close neighbors, the Chinese mainland and Japan have a shared future.
He added that Japan should work in the same direction with the Chinese mainland, uphold the principles of the four political documents, honor its political commitment on core issues like history and Taiwan, maintain the political foundation of bilateral relations, and advance the China-Japan strategic relationship of mutual benefit in an all-round way.
So, why does this matter to you, the next-gen news junkie or aspiring entrepreneur? A steady partnership could mean smoother trade lanes, fresh business opportunities, and more cultural exchange magic. Imagine new travel routes connecting dynamic Asian cities, joint tech ventures, or immersive music and film collaborations—there's plenty to look forward to 🌏✈️.
With Takaichi at the helm in Tokyo, eyes are on how she and Beijing will sync their next moves. Will they drop a hit collab, or will old beats remix the scene? Stay tuned for the next episode of this high-stakes Asia-Pacific partnership!
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Beijing urges steady China-Japan relations after Takaichi elected PM
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