November 2025 - Japan Special Weapons News

Chinese defense ministry responds intensively to Japan's dangerous moves Global Times 28 Nov 2025 -- China's Ministry of National Defense (MND) on Thursday responded intensively to a series of recent moves by Japan, including the deployment of missiles on Yonaguni Island, the first export of deadly weapons since Japan relaxed arms export controls, and Japan's initiation of discussions on revising three security-related documents.
Chinese FM voices opposition to Japanese leader's infringing upon China's sovereignty and territorial integrity in talks with French presidential adviser Global Times 27 Nov 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone call with diplomatic adviser to the French president Emmanuel Bonne at the latter's request, during which Wang reiterated China's position on the Taiwan question, stressing that provocative Taiwan-related remarks made by Japan's incumbent leader reverse the course of history and constitute an infringement on China's sovereignty and territorial integrity
FM spokesperson slams Japan's 'self-deceptive' attempt to downplay Takaichi's erroneous remarks by claiming she 'no longer mentioned any specifics' Global Times 27 Nov 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun on Thursday dismissed the claim by Japan's main opposition party leader that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi had effectively withdrawn her previous remarks on the Taiwan question since she "no longer mentioned any specifics" during a recent party leaders' debate, saying that "not mentioning any specifics" and "withdrawing the erroneous remarks" are two entirely different matters. "The Japanese side's attempt to downplay, evade or cover up Takaichi's erroneous remarks through "not mentioning any specifics" is nothing but self-deception," Guo said. "China absolutely does not accept this."
After call with China, Trump 'advises Takaichi not to provoke China' on Taiwan; Japanese PM's office declines to comment: media Global Times 27 Nov 2025 -- Multiple Japanese media outlets reported that when asked whether she had discussed the Taiwan question with US President Donald Trump during their recent call, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi dodged the question. Meanwhile, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday that after a China-US phone call initiated by Washington on Monday evening, Trump soon phoned Takaichi and, days after she "outraged China," advised her not to provoke Beijing over Taiwan's sovereignty.
Chinese FM responds on reports claiming Trump asked Takaichi to tone down Taiwan-related remarks: no comment on matter between US, Japan Global Times 27 Nov 2025 -- In response to a question that it is reported that US President Donald Trump had requested the Japanese prime minister to tone down remarks related to the Taiwan question and whether the reported matter is influenced by the recent China-US leaders' phone call, Guo Jiakun, spokesperson from China's ministry of foreign affairs said on Thursday that communication between the US and Japanese leaders is a matter between those two countries, and China has no comment on that. He stressed that the Taiwan question is China's internal affair that brooks no interference by any external forces.
Japanese destroyer, crew on 4-day goodwill visit in Zambales Philippine News Agency 27 Nov 2025 -- A Japanese guided missile destroyer and its crew are in the Philippines for a four-day goodwill visit, further boosting the growing navy-to-navy ties between the two Asian nations.
Japan is destined to pay heavy price should it cross the red line: Defense Spokesperson PRC MND 27 Nov 2025 -- "Should the Japanese side dare to cross the red line and invite troubles to itself, it is destined to pay a heavy price," said Senior Colonel Jiang Bin, spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense (MND), at a press conference on Thursday.
Any act of aggression will be met with fierce and decisive counterstrike: China's defense ministry on whether PLA's drills a warning to Japan Global Times 27 Nov 2025 -- From November 23 to 27, the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) conducted military operations in the Bohai Strait and parts of the northern Yellow Sea. When asked whether the drills were intended as a warning to Japan, and whether the PLA would take further actions to exert pressure if Japan refuses to retract its recent remarks, given that the Chinese military has recently issued multiple statements signaling its readiness to fight and to win, spokesperson Jiang Bin of China's defense ministry said on Thursday that the root cause of the current situation lies in Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks on Taiwan.
FM again urges Japan to retract erroneous remarks in response to Takaichi's claim that she answered relevant question on Taiwan 'sincerely' Global Times 26 Nov 2025 -- When asked whether China would believe Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi should provide a "sincere" explanation of the Japanese government's position regarding her Taiwan-related remarks, and how the Japanese government could further clarify its position to satisfy Beijing as Takaichi claimed Wednesday that regarding her Taiwan-related remarks she has a responsibility to explain the government's actions to the public and that she answered the relevant questions "sincerely," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning reiterated on Wednesday that "China's position is very clear. We solemnly urge Japan to retract its erroneous statements and demonstrate its political commitment to China through concrete actions."
Mainland slams Lai Ching-te for "disgusting" support of Japanese PM's Taiwan remarks People's Daily 26 Nov 2025 -- The Chinese mainland on Wednesday criticised Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te for publicly siding with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi over her recent remarks on Taiwan, slamming Lai's statements and actions as "disgusting."
Chinese FM refutes Japan's Cabinet-approved written reply on Takaichi's Taiwan remarks, slamming Tokyo for again making irresponsible comments instead of correcting mistakes Global Times 26 Nov 2025 -- "The Japanese government's Cabinet written reply on November 25 is still repeating the same old tune. The so-called 'consistent position' or 'unchanged position' on Taiwan is far from sufficient. What China and the international community require Japan to clarify is: What exactly is the 'consistent position' it refers to? Does Japan still adhere to the one-China principle?" Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday.
Chinese FM responds to whether China requested US to convey messages to Japan during China-US leaders' phone call Global Times 26 Nov 2025 -- When asked whether China requested the US to convey any messages to Japan during the phone call between the two leaders given the US-Japan leaders' call took place after the China-US leaders' call, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said at the press briefing on Wednesday that China has already released information of the call between the heads of state of China and the US, which media can refer to. Mao added that she has no further information to offer.
Mainland slams DPP authorities as island official calls for more Japanese tourism and product purchases Global Times 26 Nov 2025 -- As Japan is attempting to stir up trouble by exploiting the Taiwan question, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities are desperately colluding with external forces to create disturbance, making them [DPP authorities] undeniable destroyer of peace in the Taiwan Straits and outright troublemaker, Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Peng Qing'en said on Wednesday, in response to remarks made by head of Taiwan's "external affairs department" Lin Chia-lung, who called the Taiwan people to travel more to Japan and purchase Japanese products, despite the provocative remarks from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi have drawn criticism from all sectors of the island's society.
Mainland spokesperson condemns violent acts, urges punishment of perpetrators after 2 Taiwan compatriots injured in Tokyo Global Times 26 Nov 2025 -- In response to reports that two Taiwan compatriots were severely injured in July this year after being assaulted by five Japanese men on a street in Tokyo, and Japanese police recently stated that the suspects involved have been arrested, a Chinese spokesperson stated on Wednesday that since the beginning of this year, Japan has experienced deteriorating public security, with multiple incidents of tourists, including Taiwanese compatriots, being attacked.
President Xi's remarks during phone call with President Trump provide significant guidance for Taiwan-related work: spokesperson Global Times 26 Nov 2025 -- In response to a question about the latest phone call between Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump, in which Xi underscored that Taiwan's return to China is an integral part of the post-war international order, and that China and the US fought shoulder to shoulder against fascism and militarism, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office said on Wednesday that President Xi's important speech provides significant guidance for our work on Taiwan. We will unite the people on both sides of the Taiwan Straits to jointly remember history, defend the achievements, cherish peace, and create a better future.
Japan's fallacious arguments related to Taiwan question rebutted by Chinese side Global Times 26 Nov 2025 -- China has repeatedly urged the Japanese side to retract Prime Minister Takaichi's erroneous remarks on Taiwan question over the past two weeks, yet Japan's reluctance to do so and its fallacious argument sparked outrage and rebuttal from the Chinese side.
'Nauseating' and 'despicable': Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson condemns Lai's sushi stunt in support of Takaichi's erroneous remarks Global Times 26 Nov 2025 -- Commenting on Taiwan regional leader Lai Ching-te's move of voicing support for Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi despite that her erroneous remarks on Taiwan caused continuous protests in Taiwan, and Lai posting photo on social media of eating sushi to show "solidarity" with the Japanese side, State Council Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson Peng Qing'en said on Wednesday that Lai dines on the scraps of groveling to Japan while engaging in the business of selling out Taiwan. Lai's words and deeds are nauseating, laying bare once again his despicable countenance of forsaking his ancestors and betraying the nation.
Japan's repetition of 'no change in stance' is in fact an attempt to muddle through: Chinese FM Global Times 25 Nov 2025 -- According to Japanese media reports, the Japanese government has decided on a written reply at a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, noting that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's earlier claim at a Diet meeting that a "Taiwan contingency" could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan "does not mean a change in the government's consistent position." At the regular press conference of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday, a reporter asked whether China accepts Japan's account that its policy has not changed.
Chinese FM spokesperson responds to US-Japan leaders' phone call reportedly discussing Taiwan question Global Times 25 Nov 2025 -- When asked to comment on the phone talk between US and Japanese leaders, who reportedly discussed the importance of US-Japan alliance, regional situations, bilateral ties, and their positions on the Taiwan question, Mao Ning, spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, said on Tuesday that the phone call between the leaders of the US and Japan is a matter between the two countries, and she would not comment on it.
Claims denying PRC's qualification to discuss Taiwan question stem from ignorance or distortion of history, disregarding intl law: FM Global Times 25 Nov 2025 -- In response to the claims from some Japanese politicians that it was the "Republic of China," not the People's Republic of China (PRC), that accepted Japan's surrender in 1945, and therefore the PRC has no standing to discuss the Taiwan question, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Tuesday that those who make such claims are either ignorant about history or deliberately distorting history and disregarding international law.
Japan-U.S. Summit Telephone Talk Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 25 Nov 2025
Monitoring and surveillance activities by the French Republic against illicit maritime activities including ship-to-ship transfers Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 25 Nov 2025
China says Japan's deployment of offensive weapons near China's Taiwan region requires high vigilance from international community PRC MND 24 Nov 2025 -- In response to a query regarding Japan's plan to deploy offensive weapons near China's Taiwan region, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Monday said this development is extremely dangerous, calling for heightened vigilance from neighboring countries and the international community.
China warns Japan 'crossed a red line' with remarks about military intervention over Taiwan Press TV 24 Nov 2025 -- China's top diplomat blasted Japan over its new prime minister's remarks about the possibility of military intervention over Taiwan.
Exercise Malabar strengthens maritime partnerships Australia DOD 24 Nov 2025 -- Australia joined India, Japan and the United States for Exercise Malabar, a key Indo-Pacific maritime activity designed to deepen interoperability among regional partners.
Reckless path or return to reason: Japan faces choice once again People's Daily 24 Nov 2025 -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi described a hypothetical scenario concerning Taiwan as a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan, implying the possibility of armed intervention in the Taiwan Strait and refused to correct her position following China's solemn representations.
Chinese FM urges Japan to reflect on, correct mistakes as soon as possible People's Daily 24 Nov 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged Japan to reflect on and correct its mistakes as soon as possible, rather than stubbornly clinging to the wrong path.
PH, Japan navies deepen security ties in Tokyo meet Philippine News Agency 23 Nov 2025 -- The Philippine Fleet is tightening its naval embrace with Japan as both countries accelerate security cooperation amid Beijing's growing assertiveness in the West Philippine Sea and wider Indo-Pacific.
China must resolutely hit back at Japanese leader's remarks on Taiwan: Chinese FM Global Times 23 Nov 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has said that it is shocking for a sitting Japanese leader to openly send a wrong signal of attempting to intervene militarily in the Taiwan question -- saying what should not be said and crossing a red line that must not be touched.
Shocking for a sitting Japanese leader to openly send wrong signal of attempting to intervene militarily in the Taiwan question; China must resolutely hit back: Chinese FM Global Times 23 Nov 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged Japan to reflect on and correct its mistakes as soon as possible, rather than stubbornly clinging to the wrong path.
Chinese foreign minister says Takaichi's remarks 'crossed a red line that must not be touched' Global Times 23 Nov 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Sunday urged Japan to reflect on and correct its mistakes as soon as possible, rather than stubbornly clinging to the wrong path. Wang said this in a media interview after he concluding his visit to Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan, according to the Xinhua News Agency.
G20 Johannesburg Summit Session 3 "A Fair and a Just Future for All" Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 23 Nov 2025
Japan-India Summit Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 23 Nov 2025
Prime Minister TAKAICHI Held Talk with President of the French Republic Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 23 Nov 2025
Japan-Germany Summit Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 23 Nov 2025
Prime Minister meets the Prime Minister of Japan on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders' Summit in Johannesburg India PIB 23 Nov 2025 -- Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting today with the Prime Minister of Japan, H
Leaders' statement on Ukraine Prime Minister of Canada 22 Nov 2025 -- This statement was adopted by Prime Minister Carney, President Macron, Prime Minister Martin, Prime Minister Meloni, Chancellor Merz, Prime Minister Sánchez, Prime Minister Schoof, Prime Minister Starmer, Prime Minister Støre, President Stubb, Prime Minister Takaichi, President Costa, and President von der Leyen.
China will never allow Japanese militarism to stage a comeback: Chinese FM Global Times 23 Nov 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Saturday called on China and Tajikistan to strive for new progress in the China-Tajikistan comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership in the new era during his first strategic dialogue with Tajik Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin.
China-Japan spat over Taiwan contingency unlikely to end soon: NSB report CNA 22 Nov 2025 -- The recent dispute between China and Japan over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Taiwan remarks is unlikely to be resolved soon, as Beijing is expected to maintain pressure on Tokyo while Japan shows little sign of backing down, according to Taiwan's National Security Bureau (NSB).
Japan-UK Summit Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 22 Nov 2025
China urges Takaichi to retract wrongful remarks for strategic, mutually beneficial relationship with China People's Daily 22 Nov 2025 -- The Japanese side should retract its wrongful remarks if it wants to develop a strategic, mutually beneficial relationship with China, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Friday.
If Japan to follow old path of militarism, it will ultimately end in failure: Chinese spokesperson People's Daily 22 Nov 2025 -- If Japan wants to follow the old path of militarism, abandon its commitment to peaceful development and undermine the post-war international order, it will ultimately end in failure, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said here Friday.
U.S. State Department reaffirms Japan alliance, Taiwan Strait stability CNA 21 Nov 2025 -- The United States Department of State has reaffirmed Washington's commitment to the U.S.-Japan alliance and to maintaining stability in the Taiwan Strait following several economic reprisals by Beijing against Tokyo for its support of Taiwan.
Chinese FM slams Japan's reported first export of lethal weapons, attempt to change three non-nuclear principles Global Times 21 Nov 2025 -- When asked to comment on reports that the Japanese government had recently completed the re-export of Patriot missiles to the US — the first export of lethal weapons since Japan relaxed its arms-export restrictions — and that the ruling Liberal Democratic Party was discussing revisions to three security policy documents, including changes to the three non-nuclear principles and increased defense spending, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Friday that after the victory of World War II, international legal documents such as the Cairo Declaration, the Potsdam Proclamation, and the Instrument of Surrender clearly defined Japan's obligations as a defeated nation, including complete disarmament and a prohibition on maintaining industries that could enable rearmament, according to thepaper.cn.
Chinese FM responds to Takaichi's latest claim of no change to developing strategic, mutually beneficial relationship with China Global Times 21 Nov 2025 -- When asked to comment on Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Friday remarks that there has been no change in Japan's stance to develop strategic, mutually beneficial relationship with China, Chinese FM spokesperson said that Takaichi has publicly made erroneous remarks regarding Taiwan, hinting at the possibility of military intervention in the Taiwan Straits. These remarks have aroused strong indignation and condemnation among the Chinese people, and China firmly opposes them, CCTV News reported.
Guam hosts Australia, India, Japan and US forces in Exercise Malabar 2025 U.S. 7th Fleet 20 Nov 2025 -- Australia, India, Japan and U.S. forces participated in Exercise Malabar 2025, in and around the island of Guam, Nov. 10-18.
Attempting to exploit Taiwan question will only bring trouble upon Japan itself, says FM on Chinese people believing Japan least qualified to talk about 'Taiwan contingency' Global Times 20 Nov 2025 -- In response to a question that many Chinese people believe that on the Taiwan question, Japan bears historical crimes and is the least qualified party to speak of any "contingency," regarding Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks about the so-called "Taiwan contingency," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told Global Times at Thursday's briefing that historically, Japan forcibly occupied the island of Taiwan and imposed colonial rule for half a century. During the Japanese occupation, the people in Taiwan island suffered immensely with hundreds of thousands of compatriots were killed; the people were deprived of political rights, freedom of belief, and cultural freedom; and mineral resources and essential supplies were plundered indiscriminately, according to Mao.
Japan should not deliberately create ambiguity, says FM on whether China accepts explanation of Japan not retracting Takaichi's remarks Global Times 20 Nov 2025 -- When asked whether China accepts Japan's explanation as several senior Japanese officials reportedly claimed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan haven't changed Japanese government's existing position and that Tokyo has no intention of retracting them, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said "I don't know what Japan means by the Japanese government's existing position."
U.S., Japan Deepen Interoperability at Northwest Pacific Wargame US Navy 19 Nov 2025 -- The Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) led a team of military professionals, academics, and defense experts through a complex two-and-a-half-week wargaming event in Kanagawa, Japan, earlier this year, aimed at strengthening bilateral maritime operational effectiveness among U.S. and Japanese forces.
Japanese leader should learn lessons from history: Russian FM spokesperson People's Daily 20 Nov 2025 -- Japan's current leader should learn from history and refrain from dangerous statements regarding Taiwan, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova has said in an interview with Xinhua.
Japan - Munitions DSCA 19 Nov 2025 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Japan for munitions and related equipment for an estimated cost of $82 million. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress.
Japanese defense chief emphasizes Tokyo upholding 'Three Non-Nuclear Principles' as policy guideline: media Global Times 19 Nov 2025 -- Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi emphasized on Tuesday that the Japanese government "firmly upholds the Three Non-Nuclear Principles as a policy guideline" in response to inquiry regarding Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's attempt to review the long-standing policy.
Russia FM spokeswoman says Takaichi's Taiwan remarks 'extremely dangerous' in interview with Chinese media Global Times 19 Nov 2025 -- Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said that the recent remarks on Taiwan by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi are extremely dangerous, and Japan should deeply reflect on history and learn from the lessons of World War II. Zakharova made the remarks in an interview with China's Xinhua News Agency on Tuesday in Moscow.
If Japan refuses to retract its remarks and makes further mistakes, China will take firm countermeasures: FM spokesperson Global Times 19 Nov 2025 -- When asked to comment on the Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary's claim that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan were consistent with Japan's "traditional position," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said that Takaichi's erroneous remarks on Taiwan fundamentally undermine the political foundation of China-Japan relations and have aroused strong indignation and condemnation among the Chinese people.
Japan totally unqualified to seek permanent seat on UN Security Council: China's permanent representative Global Times 19 Nov 2025 -- As Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan are extremely erroneous and dangerous, such a country is totally unqualified to seek a permanent seat on the Security Council, said Fu Cong, China's permanent representative to the United Nations on Tuesday local time.
Japan totally unqualified to seek permanent seat on UN Security Council: Chinese envoy People's Daily 19 Nov 2025 -- Sanae Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan are extremely erroneous and dangerous, a Chinese envoy said Tuesday.
Adoption of the United Nations Security Council resolution 2803 on the Situation in Gaza (Statement by Foreign Minister MOTEGI Toshimitsu) Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 18 Nov 2025
Dialogue between Director-General of the Asian and Oceanian Affairs Bureau KANAI Masaaki, and Chinese Director-General for Asian Affairs Liu Jinsong Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 18 Nov 2025
China urges Japan to give clear, satisfactory answer to Chinese people, retract Takaichi's erroneous Taiwan remarks: FM Global Times 18 Nov 2025 -- China on Tuesday once again lodged stern representations with Japan over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks on the Taiwan question with a visiting Japanese senior official, and Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson also urged the Japanese side to retract its erroneous remarks, repent and change course, offering a clear and satisfactory answer to the Chinese people.
'Not aware of any change in General Assembly text,' says UN spokesperson regarding UN official position on Taiwan following Takaichi's remarks Global Times 18 Nov 2025 -- When answering a question concerning the recent wrong remarks on Taiwan made by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Stéphane Dujarric, spokesman for the UN Secretary-General, said that the official position on Taiwan of the United Nations is based on the relevant General Assembly resolution [2758], and in addressing the follow-up question asking to confirm "the official language in documents still is 'Taiwan Province of China,' the spokesperson said "I'm not aware of any change in General Assembly texts."
Chinese FM warns Japan is going further down the path of military expansion over plan to restore use term of military rank from Imperial Japanese Army Global Times 18 Nov 2025 -- Addressing a question regarding several Japanese officials have stated Japan is planning to revise the ranks of the Self-Defense Forces and intends to restore the use of terms like "Colonel" from the Imperial Japanese Army, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning warned on Tuesday that right-wing forces in Japan are making every effort to break free from the constraints of the pacifist constitution and are going further down the path of military expansion.
Japanese officials voice their opinions after envoy's visit to China over Prime Minister Takaichi's erroneous remarks Global Times 18 Nov 2025 -- Multiple Japanese senior officials have voiced their opinions as Masaaki Kanai, director-general of the Japanese Foreign Ministry's Asian and Oceanian Affairs Bureau, wrapped up his visit in China on Tuesday. Kanai held consultations with the Chinese side regarding Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks on the Taiwan question.
Current situation stems from Takaichi's erroneous remarks, says Chinese FM on commentaries suggesting China-Japan ties sliding toward lowest point in recent years Global Times 18 Nov 2025 -- In response to a question about that China has recently issued intensive criticism and rebuttals against Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks on Taiwan, and some commentaries suggest that China-Japan relations are sliding toward their lowest point in recent years, the Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said the current situation in China-Japan relations stems from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's public and erroneous remarks regarding Taiwan, which blatantly interfere in China's internal affairs, seriously violate the one-China principle and the spirit of the four political documents between China and Japan, and undermine the political foundation of bilateral relations.
China solemnly urges Japan to retract erroneous remarks in meeting with Japanese official in Beijing: FM Global Times 18 Nov 2025 -- In response to a media inquiry on details of the consultations between Masaaki Kanai, the director-general of the Japanese Foreign Ministry's Asian and Oceanian Affairs Bureau, with Liu Jinsong, director general of the Department of Asian Affairs of the Chinese Foreign Ministry on Tuesday, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning said that this morning, Liu held consultations in Beijing with Kanai.
Courtesy Call on Prime Minister TAKAICHI by Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister of Defense of the Republic of Indonesia Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 18 Nov 2025
Monitoring and surveillance activities by New Zealand against illicit maritime activities including ship-to-ship transfers Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 18 Nov 2025
China holds consultations with Japan in Beijing, urging Japan to withdraw its wrongful remarks People's Daily 18 Nov 2025 -- Liu Jinsong, director general of the Department of Asian Affairs of the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, held consultations with Kanai Masaaki, director-general of the Japanese Foreign Ministry's Asian and Oceanian Affairs Bureau, on Tuesday in Beijing, according to a foreign ministry spokesperson.
US naval operations chief maintains ambiguity, 'not surprised' by Takaichi's remarks; US aims to exploit crisis to tighten control over ally, says expert Global Times 18 Nov 2025 -- Amid the fierce tension flared up between China and Japan because of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent erroneous remarks on Taiwan, Admiral Daryl Caudle, US chief of naval operations who is visiting Japan, told local media Monday that he was "not surprised" by Takaichi's remarks and claimed that he "can understand the position that it is very concerning to her."
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China urges Japan to retract wrong words and deeds, genuinely implement its commitments through concrete actions: FM spokesperson on 'China overreacting' claim Global Times 17 Nov 2025 -- Commenting on a question concerning claims by some individual Japanese politicians that China has been "overacting" toward Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks on Taiwan and that chief cabinet secretary Minoru Kihara said that Japanese government's stance on Taiwan question has not changed and it is in line with the 1972 China-Japanese Joint Statement, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning stated Monday that regarding the erroneous Taiwan-related remarks made by PM Takaichi, China has repeatedly stated its solemn position. The relevant remarks seriously violate the spirit of the four political documents between China and Japan, and fundamentally undermine the political foundation of China-Japan relations, she said.
China urges Japan to retract its wrongful words, deeds: FM spokesperson People's Daily 17 Nov 2025 -- China urges Japan to stop overstepping the line, retract its erroneous words and deeds, and honor its commitment to China with concrete actions, foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said Monday.
S. Korea-Japan Defense Ministerial Meeting Held on the Sidelines of the 12th ADMM-Plus ROK MND 17 Nov 2025 -- Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back met with Shinjiro Koizumi, Japan's Minister of Defense, on the sidelines of the 12th ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) held in Malaysia on November 1.
PM Takaichi is reflecting on herself, and there probably won't be such statements going forward,LDP research council chair said on Fuji TV: media Global Times 17 Nov 2025 -- Tamura Norihisa, the acting chairman of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)'s Policy Research Council, said on a Fuji TV program that "the Prime Minister herself is reflecting on the parts where the background was not fully explained. There probably won't be such statements going forward," the Sankei Shimbun reported on Sunday.
Japan fully responsible for postponement of China-Japan joint opinion poll: FM spokesperson Global Times 17 Nov 2025 -- When asked to comment on the postponement of both the China-Japan joint opinion poll, and the Beijing-Tokyo Forum at China's request, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Monday, "Regarding the joint opinion poll you mentioned, I would note that the recent provocative remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding the Taiwan region have seriously undermined the political foundation of China-Japan relations and worsened public sentiment between the two countries."
China will release information in a timely manner if there is any consultation: FM responds to Japanese diplomat's China visit Global Times 17 Nov 2025 -- In response to media inquiry that Masaaki Kanai, director-general of the Asian and Oceanian Affairs Bureau at the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is scheduled to visit China today, expecting to hold consultations with Chinese side over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent egregious remarks on Taiwan question, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Monday that regarding the consultations you mentioned, China will release information in a timely manner if there is any.
Japanese PM's erroneous remarks on Taiwan seriously hurt feelings of Chinese people: FM on travel reminders advising avoiding Japan travel Global Times 17 Nov 2025
Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs official to visit China to discuss Takaichi's Taiwan-related wrong remarks: Japanese media report Global Times 17 Nov 2025 -- According to Japanese government sources, Masaaki Kanai, director-general of the Asian and Oceanian Affairs Bureau at the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, will visit China on Monday and will hold discussions with the Chinese side regarding Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's parliamentary remarks on Taiwan. The discussions are expected to take place on Tuesday, according to Kyodo News.
Third Japan-Indonesia Foreign and Defense Ministerial Meeting ("2+2") Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 17 Nov 2025
China ministry warns against Japan travel People's Daily 17 Nov 2025 -- China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism on Sunday advised its citizens to avoid traveling to Japan, citing security concerns.
Takaichi's "survival-threatening situation" gambit thrusts Japan into perilous waters People's Daily 17 Nov 2025 -- A decade ago, the Japanese government of Shinzo Abe rammed through the deeply divisive security legislation permitting limited collective self-defense.
No renouncement of force, no compromise on external interference: Chinese Embassy in Japan Global Times 17 Nov 2025 -- "We are willing to make every effort to strive for the peaceful reunification of both sides of the Taiwan Straits, but we will never promise to renounce the use of force, nor leave any room for any form of 'Taiwan independence' separatist activities. We will not make any compromise or concession to any external interference, and will retain the option to take all necessary measures," the Chinese Embassy in Japan posted on the social media platform X in Chinese on Monday. The post was later shared in Japanese.
Beware of dangerous shift in Japan's strategic direction: People's Daily 'Zhong Sheng' commentary Global Times 17 Nov 2025 -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks on Taiwan exposed Japan's right-wing forces' extremely wrong and dangerous views on history, order, and strategy, toward which the international community, especially Asian countries, must remain vigilant about Japan's strategic direction.
China issues strong protests, stern warnings in multiple channels after Japanese PM's provocations Global Times 16 Nov 2025 -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent egregious remarks on Taiwan and her refusal to retract her erroneous statements after the incident, have triggered strong protest and stern warnings from several Chinese ministries and government agencies since November 14, showing what the Japanese media termed an "intensified stance" toward the country. And the sudden political flare-up ignited by the Japanese leader has started to weigh on Japanese society.
China's recent study abroad warnings and travel cautions spur concerns in Japan; measures taken by China 'beyond expectations' for Japan: media reports Global Times 16 Nov 2025 -- China's multiple authorities intensively protested and took corresponding measures following Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent erroneous and provocative remarks on Taiwan Straits, which were seen as a blatant interference in China's internal affairs.
China's recent study abroad warnings and travel cautions spur concerns in Japan; measures taken by China 'beyond expectations' for Japan: media reports Global Times 16 Nov 2025 -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent wrong remarks on China's Taiwan region have triggered a renewed round of alert from Chinese media and experts on Japan's military expansion that breaks away from the country's pacifist constitution, including Japan's consideration of adding nuclear-powered submarines, refitting aircraft carriers to carry stealth fighter jets, and developing long-range missiles.
Irrespective of which admin is in office, Japan should honor commitments: Chinese FM spokesperson posts in Japanese, English on X after Takaichi's wrongful Taiwan remarks Global Times 16 Nov 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning on Sunday posted four posters in English and Japanese on social platform X, quoting the Taiwan-related content from the 1972 China-Japan Joint Communiqué, reminding Japan that "irrespective of which administration is in office, Japan should honor its commitments."
Only Taiwan accepts there is only one China, will tensions ease and guarantee survival: Chinese KMT chairperson Cheng Li-wun tells Japanese media Global Times 15 Nov 2025 -- If the island of Taiwan "would simply accept that there is only one China," tensions would cease, Cheng Li-wun, new chairperson of the Chinese Kuomintang (KMT) party, island's largest opposition party, said in an exclusive interview with Nikkei Asia.
Taiwan calls on Beijing to stop 'hybrid coercion' against Japan CNA 15 Nov 2025 -- China should cease its "hybrid coercion" against Japan, said Taiwan's Presidential Office on Saturday after Chinese authorities advised against traveling to Japan and announced a live-fire exercise in the Yellow Sea.
China says 'seriously concerned' over Japan's military, security moves Press TV 15 Nov 2025 -- China has expressed serious concerns over Japan's recent military threats, warning that Tokyo's military moves could destabilize regional peace and security.
Chinese ambassador to Japan strongly protests Takaichi's erroneous remarks regarding China People's Daily 15 Nov 2025 -- Chinese Ambassador to Japan Wu Jianghao met Japan's Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs Takehiro Funakoshi on Friday to lodge solemn representations and a formal protest over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks regarding China.
Exchange between Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs FUNAKOSHI Takehiro to Chinese Ambassador to Japan Wu Jianghao Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 14 Nov 2025
Chinese authorities intensively protest Takaichi's erroneous Taiwan remarks; summoning Japanese diplomats upon instruction shows most serious, formal representations Global Times 14 Nov 2025 -- Multiple Chinese ministries and government agencies, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of National Defense, the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, have on Friday condemned the Japanese side's related moves and remarks, warning that Japan would face a resolute response if it dared to meddle in the Taiwan question, amid ongoing backlash at home and abroad triggered by the erroneous and provocative remarks of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
Japan must bear all consequences if it doesn't immediately correct mistakes, retract egregious statements on Taiwan: mainland's Taiwan affairs office Global Times 14 Nov 2025 -- In response to the egregious remarks made by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi that Chinese mainland's "use of force on Taiwan" could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan, and even after China lodged stern representations, she still asserted that her remarks are consistent with the Japanese government's position and said she had no intention of retracting or canceling them, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said on Friday that if Japan does not immediately correct its mistake and retract its egregious statements, it must bear all the consequences that follow.
Chinese authorities intensively protest Takaichi's erroneous Taiwan remarks; summoning Japanese diplomats upon instruction shows most serious, formal representations Global Times 14 Nov 2025 -- Multiple Chinese ministries and government agencies, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of National Defense, the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, have on Friday condemned the Japanese side's related moves and remarks, warning that Japan would face a resolute response if it dared to meddle in the Taiwan question, amid ongoing backlash at home and abroad triggered by the erroneous and provocative remarks of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.
Any force that dares to obstruct China's great cause of reunification is engaging in sheer delusion: FM on summoning Japanese envoy over Japanese PM's erroneous remarks Global Times 14 Nov 2025 -- When commenting on a question about Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong summoning Japanese Ambassador to China Kenji Kanasugi on Thursday - a rare move in recent years, and about the reason behind China's insisting on making serious démarches to the Japanese Ambassador in person on this occasion, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Friday that the root cause of the issue lies in the fact that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi made extremely wrong, highly dangerous, and deeply provocative remarks regarding Taiwan—and has refused to reflect on or retract them.
China gravely concerned over Japan's security moves due to Takaichi admin's vague stance on 'three non-nuclear principles': FM Global Times 14 Nov 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Friday that China is gravely concerned about Japan's recent military and security moves. Japan portrays itself as a peace-loving nation and advocates for a world free of nuclear weapons, yet the Sanae Takaichi's administration has been vague and evasive about its commitment to the "three non-nuclear principles," hinting at the possibility of abandoning them. Senior Japanese officials have even claimed that introducing nuclear-powered submarines is not ruled out. All this fully exposes the major negative shift in Japan's policy and sends a dangerous signal to the international community, the spokesperson noted.
Japanese side will only suffer a crushing defeat should it dare to take a risk: Chinese defense ministry Global Times 14 Nov 2025 -- A Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson said on Friday that the erroneous remarks on Taiwan made by the Japanese leader constitute a gross interference in China's internal affairs, and a serious violation of the one-China principle, the spirit of the four political documents between China and Japan, and the basic norms governing international relations, warning if the Japanese side fails to draw lessons from history and dares to take a risk, or even uses force to interfere in the Taiwan question, it will only suffer a crushing defeat against the steel-willed PLA and pay a heavy price.
China summons Japanese ambassador, makes serious démarches over erroneous remarks of Japanese Prime Minister regarding China Global Times 14 Nov 2025 -- Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong summoned Japanese Ambassador to China Kenji Kanasugi on Thursday, making serious démarches over erroneous remarks of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi regarding China.
Baqaei rejects baseless G7 claims against Iran IRNA 14 Nov 2025 -- Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has described the claims contained in the final statement of the G7 foreign ministers' meeting in Canada against Iran as baseless, irresponsible, and unacceptable.
Tehran rejects G7 statement supporting US sanctions on Iran's nuclear program Press TV 14 Nov 2025 -- Tehran has firmly rejected the recent statement from the G7 endorsing the unlawful actions taken by the United States and the European Troika in reinstating UN sanctions over Iran's peaceful nuclear program.
China urges G7 to stop interfering in its internal affairs: FM spokesperson People's Daily 14 Nov 2025 -- China has urged the G7 to stop manipulating issues related to China and interfering in its internal affairs, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said here Thursday.
PH, Japan align marine protection work with High Seas Treaty — DFA Philippine News Agency 13 Nov 2025 -- The Philippines and Japan are working to align their marine conservation initiatives with the United Nations High Seas Treaty, the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) said Thursday.
Chinese FM spokesperson warns 'firm response' if Tokyo dares to meddle in cross-Straits situation Global Times 13 Nov 2025 -- In response to a media inquiry over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's claim last week that the mainland's use of force on Taiwan could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan, and insisted that her remark is in line with the government's position and she will not retract it during Diet deliberations, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday that if Japan should dare to meddle in the cross-Straits situation, it would be an act of aggression and definitely meet a firm response from China.
If Japan dares to intervene in Taiwan Straits situation by military means, it would constitute an act of invasion, and will be met with strong fightback from China: FM Global Times 13 Nov 2025 -- In response to media inquiry over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's claim during Diet hearing that she would not retract her earlier remarks that a Taiwan emergency involving the use of military vessels and force from the Chinese mainland could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan, claiming it aligns with the Japanese government's longstanding view, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday that if the Japanese side dares to intervene in the Taiwan Straits situation by military means, it would constitute an act of invasion, and will be met with strong fightback from China.
How to resolve Taiwan question allows no external interference: Chinese FM responds to US comment on Japanese PM's erroneous remarks Global Times 13 Nov 2025 -- In response to US State Department spokesperson's remarks on Wednesday regarding Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous words concerning Taiwan, in which the US claimed it's commited to maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Straits, opposing unilateral change to the status quo by either side, supporting cross-Straits dialogue, and hoping differences be resolved peacefully, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said on Thursday that China has stated its solemn position on the erroneous remarks made by Takaichi.
Joint Statement of G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Niagara US Dept. of State 12 Nov 2025 -- The text of the following statement was released by the G7 Foreign Ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union.
Andrii Sybiha held a meeting with Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan Toshimitsu Motegi Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine 12 Nov 2025
Japan-Ukraine Foreign Ministers' Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 12 Nov 2025
Taiwan question is red line that must not be crossed, says FM spokesperson on Tokyo presenting decoration to 'Taiwan independence' separatist Global Times 12 Nov 2025 -- Commenting on media report that on November 11, the Japanese government presented decoration of Order of the Rising Sun to Hsieh Chang-ting, former head of "Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Japan", Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated on Wednesday that China has previously stated its position on the issue. "The Japanese government insisted on proposing and presenting decoration to an individual who advocates for the "Taiwan independence" rhetoric, which is another mistaken move by Japan on the Taiwan question, and China firmly opposes this," Guo added.
Tokyo's provocations on Taiwan question face growing backlash Global Times 12 Nov 2025 -- Commenting on a media report that on Tuesday, the Japanese government presented the decoration of the Order of the Rising Sun to Hsieh Chang-ting, former head of "Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Japan," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated on Wednesday that "The Japanese government took another wrong step on Taiwan by proposing and promoting the conferment to someone advocating 'Taiwan independence.' China firmly opposes this."
Japan-France Foreign Ministers' Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 12 Nov 2025
G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Niagara (Overview of the "Session 3: Maritime Security and Prosperity") Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 12 Nov 2025
G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Niagara (Overview of the "Session 2: Ukraine and Defense Cooperation") Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 12 Nov 2025
Taiwan Affairs Office slams Japanese leader's egregious remarks on Taiwan question as 'brazen interference in China's internal affairs' Global Times 12 Nov 2025 -- In response to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent wrongful remarks that implied the possibility of armed intervention in the Taiwan Straits, Chen Binhua, spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, stated on Wednesday that there is only one China in the world, and Taiwan is an inalienable part of it.
Australia joins India, Japan and the United States for Exercise Malabar Australia DOD 12 Nov 2025 -- Australia has joined India, Japan and the United States for Exercise Malabar, a key Indo-Pacific maritime activity designed to deepen interoperability between regional partners.
Minister Anand meets with Japan's Minister for Foreign Affairs Canada 11 Nov 2025 -- The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today met with Motegi Toshimitsu, Japan's Minister for Foreign Affairs, on the margins of the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in the Niagara Region.
Japan-UK Foreign Ministers' meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 11 Nov 2025
Japan-Jordan Summit Working Dinner Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 11 Nov 2025
Monitoring and surveillance activities by Canada against illicit maritime activities including ship-to-ship transfers Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 11 Nov 2025
China firmly opposes Japanese PM's erroneous remarks on Taiwan: foreign ministry Global Times 10 Nov 2025 -- China firmly opposes Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks concerning Taiwan, and has lodged stern representations with Japan, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said in Beijing on Monday.
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi makes erroneous remarks on Taiwan; China urges Japan to stop provocations and crossing the line: FM Global Times 10 Nov 2025 -- Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian stated at Monday's regular press conference that the Japanese leader had recently made erroneous remarks regarding Taiwan in the Diet, implying the possibility of military intervention in the Taiwan Straits. This constituted a crude interference in China's internal affairs and a serious violation of the one-China principle, the spirit of the four China-Japan political documents, and the basic norms of international relations, and was completely inconsistent with the political commitments Japan had made.
'Taiwan contingency' could prompt Japanese armed reaction: Japan PM CNA 07 Nov 2025 -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Friday that China using armed force against Taiwan could constitute a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan, allowing the country to mobilize the Japanese armed forces under its security laws.
North Korea Likely to Have Fired Ballistic Missile - Japan Coast Guard Sputnik 07 Nov 2025 -- North Korea is likely to have fired a ballistic missile, the Japan Coast Guard said.
Japan-U.S.-ROK Foreign Ministries' Official Telephone Meeting on North Korea Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 07 Nov 2025
Japan envoy: ASEAN-China sea code must uphold rights of non-parties Philippine News Agency 06 Nov 2025 -- Japan has called for a Code of Conduct (COC) in the South China Sea that is both substantive and respectful of the rights of nations not directly involved in the dispute.
Japan-Canada Foreign Ministers' Telephone Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 06 Nov 2025
7th Meeting of the Japan-Philippines Maritime Dialogue Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 06 Nov 2025
Japan-Ukraine Summit Telephone Talk Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 05 Nov 2025
President of Ukraine and Prime Minister of Japan Discussed Defense Cooperation, Air Defense, and Support for Ukraine's Energy Sector President of Ukraine 05 Nov 2025
Chinese spokesperson urges Japan to handle Taiwan-related issues with utmost caution after Takaichi's actions at APEC Global Times 05 Nov 2025 -- There's only one China in the world and Taiwan is part of it. The relevant actions by the Japanese side seriously violated the one-China principle, the spirit of the four political documents between China and Japan, and basic international diplomacy norms, and sent a profoundly wrong message to the "Taiwan independence" forces. We firmly oppose this, Zhang Han, a spokesperson for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, said on Wednesday, in response to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's meeting with personnel of the authorities of China's Taiwan region during APEC Leaders' Week, posting related photos on social media, and using incorrect forms of address.
Adoption of the Draft Resolution on Implementation of the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention Submitted by Japan to the First Committee of the UN General Assembly Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 05 Nov 2025
Adoption of the Draft Resolution on Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons Submitted by Japan to the First Committee of the UN General Assembly Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 05 Nov 2025
PH, Australia, Japan, US concerned over China's 'destabilizing' acts Philippine News Agency 03 Nov 2025 -- The defense chiefs and ministers of the Philippines, Australia, Japan and the United States expressed concern over China's destabilizing actions in the East China Sea and the South China Sea.
China expresses strong protest, makes serious démarche over Japanese leader's meeting with personnel from Taiwan authorities on the sidelines of APEC meetings: embassy Global Times 02 Nov 2025 -- Following a response from a spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry on Saturday regarding Japanese leader's wrongful comments and actions concerning the Taiwan question on the sidelines of APEC meetings, the Chinese Embassy to Japan also issued a response on Sunday stating that China expresses firm opposition and strong protest and has made serious démarches to Japan.
Japan's PM emphasizes cross-strait stability in meeting with Xi CNA 01 Nov 2025 -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Friday said stability across the Taiwan Strait is key to the international community when she met with Chinese President Xi Jinping (習近平) on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Gyeongju, South Korea.
China lodges serious protests to Japan over Japanese leader's meeting with personnel from Taiwan authorities during APEC meetings: FM Global Times 01 Nov 2025 -- China on Saturday expressed its firm opposition and has made serious démarches and protests to Japan over Japanese leader's wrongful comment and action concerning Taiwan during APEC meetings, a spokesperson of Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Saturday.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson's Remarks on Japanese Leader's Wrongful Comments and Actions Concerning Taiwan on the Sidelines of APEC Meetings PRC MofA 01 Nov 2025
Japan's New Prime Minister Calls First Meeting With China's Xi 'Substantive, Fruitful' Sputnik 01 Nov 2025 -- Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Friday met with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the 32nd informal meeting of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit on Friday, calling the meeting "substantive and fruitful."
Japan-Canada Summit Meeting Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan 01 Nov 2025
Prime Minister Carney meets with Prime Minister of Japan Takaichi Sanae Prime Minister of Canada 01 Nov 2025

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