China has raised alarms over Japan's decision to accelerate its military spending to 2% of GDP by 2025 – two years earlier than initially planned. The move, approved last week in Tokyo's supplementary budget, comes amid heightened friction following recent remarks by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi about the Taiwan region.
🇨🇳 Foreign Ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin stated: 'We urge Japan to learn from history and avoid jeopardizing regional stability.' Analysts suggest the budget shift reflects growing anxiety about China's military modernization and cross-strait dynamics.
🔥 Tensions spiked this November when Takaichi called for 'closer coordination' with Taiwan authorities – a move Beijing views as interference in internal affairs. With 2025 marking the 80th anniversary of WWII's end, China's warning carries historical weight: 'Militarism caused untold suffering – we must never repeat those mistakes,' Wang emphasized.
📈 Japan's defense budget now rivals other major economies, with new funds allocated for missile systems and naval upgrades. Meanwhile, Chinese social media trends show #NoToJapaneseMilitarism gaining traction among youth. As Asia's power balance shifts, all eyes remain on how these neighbors navigate this high-stakes chapter. 🕊️💥
