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Japan's Takaichi Sparks Tensions with Controversial Taiwan Comments

12/16/2025

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China and Japan are facing heightened diplomatic tensions after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (Japan) commented on Taiwan.
A report says Takaichi was advised against discussing Taiwan in parliament to avoid provoking Beijing.
Opposition lawmaker Kiyomi Tsujimoto released documents suggesting Takaichi was instructed to avoid such discussions.
On November 14, Takaichi described scenarios where military intervention might be necessary, including a Chinese blockade of Taiwan.

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China and Japan are facing heightened diplomatic tensions after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (Japan) commented on Taiwan.
A report says Takaichi was advised against discussing Taiwan in parliament to avoid provoking Beijing.
Opposition lawmaker Kiyomi Tsujimoto released documents suggesting Takaichi was instructed to avoid such discussions.
On November 14, Takaichi described scenarios where military intervention might be necessary, including a Chinese blockade of Taiwan.