China blames Takaichi's Taiwan remarks for strained ties with Japan, urges Tokyo to correct mistakes after Japan downgrades description of China in annual diplomatic r…
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China has blamed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan for strained ties with Japan, urging Tokyo to correct its mistakes. Japan's latest Diplomatic Bluebook has downgraded the description of bilateral relations with China from 'one of the most important bilateral relations' to 'an important neighboring country'.
China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said Japan's remarks on Taiwan are the root cause of strained ties. Japan's Diplomatic Bluebook now refers to China as 'an important neighboring country', a step back from previous descriptions. The change reflects a diplomatic spat triggered by Takaichi's comments on Taiwan. China has strongly objected to these remarks. The Bluebook states that China is intensifying unilateral criticism and coercive measures against Japan. Japan will resolutely rebut and protest against China's actions.
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