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China sends letter to UN over Japanese prime minister's remarks on Taiwan
China's UN ambassador accused Japan's prime minister of provocative remarks on Taiwan that risk escalating a diplomatic and trade dispute, calling it a violation of international law.
- China has accused Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi of a "grave violation of international law" and threatening military action over Taiwan, as stated by UN Ambassador Fu Cong in a letter to Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
- Fu Cong criticized Takaichi for linking Taiwan's security to Japan's, marking a significant shift in Japan's stance and the first official suggestion of Japanese military intervention in the Taiwan issue.
- Fu emphasized that China's sovereignty and territorial integrity over Taiwan must be defended, and any Japanese military intervention would be regarded as an act of aggression.
- The tensions have led to reduced trade cooperation and serious diplomatic crises between the two nations.
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Japan has "crossed a red line" when its new leader hinted at possible military intervention over Taiwan, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Sunday.
·Vilnius, Lithuania
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China says Japan 'crossed a red line' with Taiwan intervention remarks
China slammed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments suggesting potential Japanese military action over Taiwan as reckless and shocking, calling it a “grave violation” of international law and threatening a military response against any “aggression”.
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