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Japan Slams China's UN Accusations Over Taiwan Threat

11/25/2025

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Japan criticized a Chinese letter to the United Nations accusing Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of threatening Taiwan intervention, with Japanese Ambassador Kazuyuki Yamazaki calling the claims inconsistent with facts and unsubstantiated.
Takaichi's comments earlier this month heightened tensions between Japan and China.
Following the dispute, Takaichi spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump, who pledged open communication.
Japan seeks to maintain ties with China while urging it to uphold international responsibilities.

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Japan criticized a Chinese letter to the United Nations accusing Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of threatening Taiwan intervention, with Japanese Ambassador Kazuyuki Yamazaki calling the claims inconsistent with facts and unsubstantiated.
Takaichi's comments earlier this month heightened tensions between Japan and China.
Following the dispute, Takaichi spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump, who pledged open communication.
Japan seeks to maintain ties with China while urging it to uphold international responsibilities.