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Japan's Ex-Ambassador Urges Assertive Diplomacy with China

7/28/2025

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Former Ambassador to China Hideo Tarumi stresses the critical role of assertive diplomacy in Japan's relationship with China. He calls for transparent dialogue on territorial issues and urges a clear distinction between the Chinese populace and the Communist Party. Tarumi champions a strategy that safeguards Japan's national interests while promoting peaceful coexistence.

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Former Ambassador to China Hideo Tarumi stresses the critical role of assertive diplomacy in Japan's relationship with China. He calls for transparent dialogue on territorial issues and urges a clear distinction between the Chinese populace and the Communist Party. Tarumi champions a strategy that safeguards Japan's national interests while promoting peaceful coexistence.