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Asia-Pacific Tensions Rise Amid Japan-Taiwan Diplomacy Shift

11/25/2025

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A significant shift in Asia-Pacific diplomacy follows Xi Jinping's call with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi declares Taiwan's security a survival issue for Japan.
Beijing increases military patrols around Taiwan in response.
Taiwan lifts food import restrictions from Japan that were in place since the Fukushima disaster.
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te publicly enjoys Japanese cuisine to show friendship.

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A significant shift in Asia-Pacific diplomacy follows Xi Jinping's call with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi declares Taiwan's security a survival issue for Japan.
Beijing increases military patrols around Taiwan in response.
Taiwan lifts food import restrictions from Japan that were in place since the Fukushima disaster.
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te publicly enjoys Japanese cuisine to show friendship.