Chinese Ambassador to Japan Wu Jianghao delivered a fiery diplomatic rebuke on Friday after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi made contentious remarks about Taiwan. The ambassador summoned Japan’s Vice Foreign Minister Funakoshi Takehiro, calling the comments a "blatant provocation" that threatens regional stability. 🔥
Core Issues at Stake
Ambassador Wu stressed that Taiwan has been an inseparable part of China since ancient times, adding that "how to resolve the Taiwan question is a matter for the Chinese people alone." He warned Japan against echoing "military intervention" rhetoric in the Taiwan Strait, calling such talk a direct challenge to China’s sovereignty. ⚔️
Historical Echoes
The ambassador urged Japan to "deeply reflect on its history," referencing Tokyo’s wartime past. He emphasized that armed intervention in cross-strait affairs would be treated as "an act of aggression" met with a "firm response." 🛑
What’s Next?
With China demanding an immediate retraction of the remarks, analysts say this clash could strain economic ties between Asia’s top two economies. Young professionals and investors are watching closely – 65% of tech supply chains rely on smooth China-Japan relations. 📉💡
