In a recent diplomatic stir, Chinese vice foreign minister Sun Weidong summoned Japan’s ambassador in Beijing this Thursday, November 13, to express strong concern over Japanese prime minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks about potential force across the Taiwan Strait. 😲
Takaichi had warned last week that if the mainland used force on Taiwan, it could become a “survival-threatening situation” for Japan. She stood by her statement during Diet sessions, saying it reflects her government’s stance and refusing to retract the comment.
Sun Weidong criticized Takaichi’s words as implying possible armed intervention in the Taiwan Strait—China’s top red line. He lodged a firm protest, calling the remarks a blatant interference in China’s internal affairs and a challenge to the post-WWII international order guided by the one-China principle and the four China-Japan political documents.
“The Taiwan question touches the core of China’s core interests,” Sun said, emphasizing that it must not be crossed in China-Japan relations. 🇨🇳🤝🇯🇵
This development comes as tensions over cross-strait ties remain closely watched in Asia and beyond. Many experts see the exchange as a reminder of how sensitive the Taiwan question is for regional stability and diplomatic dialogue. Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving story! 📰✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
