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Summary: Japan: Takaichi's Taiwan remark merely reflects official position NHK

1. Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae's comment about Taiwan being a situation that could threaten Japan's survival has caused tension with China, who have demanded an apology and retraction.

2. The Japanese government maintains that Takaichi's statement is in line with their long-standing position on Taiwan as stated in the 1972 Japan-China Joint Communique.

3. A Chinese Consul-General in Osaka posted a controversial comment on social media following Takaichi's remark, which has been strongly criticized by Japan and led to calls for measures against him, including deportation.
Summary
Japanese PM Takaichi Sanae's comment on Taiwan as a threat to Japan's survival has increased tensions with China, who seek an apology and retraction. The Japanese government defends Takaichi's statement as consistent with their long-standing position on Taiwan as stated in the 1972 Japan-China
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ID: 012f30bd-4166-4dd0-a61b-6c3f217ee838

Category ID: listed_summary

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251115_05/#summary

Date: Nov. 15, 2025

Notes: 2025-11-15

Created: 2025/11/16 10:40

Updated: 2025/12/07 22:03

Last Read: 2025/11/16 11:40