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China Protests Japan Over Taiwan Minister's Controversial Visit

7/27/2025

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China's Foreign Ministry has summoned Japan's Chief Minister in a strong protest against Taiwan's Lin Chia-lung's visit, claiming it jeopardizes China-Japan relations. Liu Jinsong underscored the Taiwan issue's significance to China, condemning Japan for permitting Lin's anti-China stance. China insists Japan honor past agreements and vows to keep a vigilant eye on its actions.

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China's Foreign Ministry has summoned Japan's Chief Minister in a strong protest against Taiwan's Lin Chia-lung's visit, claiming it jeopardizes China-Japan relations. Liu Jinsong underscored the Taiwan issue's significance to China, condemning Japan for permitting Lin's anti-China stance. China insists Japan honor past agreements and vows to keep a vigilant eye on its actions.