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CHINA JAPAN RELATIONS

Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 11, 2021
New top envoy Yoshimasa Hayashi vows to defend universal values amid China rise
Hayashi also said he has decided to quit as the head of a cross-party parliamentary group promoting Japan-China friendship, after serving for about four years.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Nov 10, 2021
Kishida's picks for top diplomat and rights adviser hint at striking balance on China
After just over a month in office, some experts say Kishida may be looking to moderate an increasingly hawkish approach to Tokyo's relationship with Beijing.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 8, 2021
Former Japan defense chief Gen Nakatani tapped for new human rights post
Nakatani's appointment as special adviser on human rights issues will address China's treatment of Uyghur Muslims in its far-western Xinjiang region and pro-democracy advocates in Hong Kong.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / FOCUS
Nov 3, 2021
Xi's 'common prosperity' goal may make Japan loath to invest in China
Some Japanese say they have been disappointed with the policy, which might stifle spending and investment by wealthy Chinese and in turn hamper the nation's economic expansion.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 3, 2021
Most Taiwanese think Japan would aid Taiwan if China attacks, poll finds
The survey showed that 58% of the people polled thought it possible that Japan would dispatch troops for Taiwan's defense.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Oct 31, 2021
Bold foreign policy moves unlikely as Kishida bides time ahead of Upper House election
Kishida has laid out pressing foreign policy priorities — from a tougher stance on China to bolstering the U.S.-Japan alliance. But don't expect radical changes from the new leader.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy / FOCUS
Oct 25, 2021
Japan's pick for new economic security post raises eyebrows in China
Any push by new minister Takayuki Kobayashi to forge closer ties with Taiwan as part of attempts to better safeguard Japan's economic security interests could prompt retaliation by Beijing.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 19, 2021
Chinese and Russian navies' Tsugaru Strait transit highlights growing defense ties
The sailing through the narrow strait separating Japan's main island and Hokkaido follows drills between the two nations in the Sea of Japan.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 17, 2021
Kishida sends ritual offering to war-linked Yasukuni Shrine as Suga visits
Kishida, who became prime minister Oct. 4, does not plan to visit the shrine during the two-day autumn festival that runs through Monday, according to people close to him.
Japan Times
WORLD
Oct 15, 2021
Russia and China hold joint naval drills in Sea of Japan
The war games run from Oct. 14-17, involving warships from Russia's Pacific Fleet, including mine-sweepers and submarines.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Oct 9, 2021
In first talks, Kishida and China's Xi agree on need for dialogue
The talks between the countries' leaders — the first since September 2020 — came amid rising tensions between the U.S., Japan's security ally, and China over the Taiwan Strait.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / EXPLAINER
Oct 6, 2021
Saber-rattling around Taiwan ratchets up tensions to new heights
Chinese incursions into the self-ruled island's air defense identification zone and drills by democratic nations off Okinawa have highlighted the severity of the situation around Taiwan.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 5, 2021
Japan's neighbors congratulate Kishida and seek improved ties
Japan's neighbors on Monday voiced eagerness to improve their ties with Tokyo after Fumio Kishida succeeded Yoshihide Suga as prime minister.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 4, 2021
Challenges await as Kishida takes reins as Japan's prime minister
Fumio Kishida is taking over as the country continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic. But his first job will be securing his mandate.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Oct 3, 2021
Kishida taps Takayuki Kobayashi for new economic security post as Cabinet takes shape
The new Cabinet minister is expected to craft a national strategy designed to block a technology drain from the country, in a veiled counter to alleged theft by China.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Oct 3, 2021
China sends record number of warplanes near Taiwan for second day in a row
Although mass incursions had been rare until recently, large numbers of Chinese warplanes now routinely conduct operations near Taiwan, stoking fears of training for a conflict.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 30, 2021
Beijing and Seoul expected to scrutinize Fumio Kishida's stance on neighbors
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying told reporters that Beijing wants to 'promote sound and stable development of relations' under the new Japanese government.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Sep 28, 2021
Japan prime minister hopeful charts collision course with China
If China has a favorite in the battle to be Japan's next prime minister, it's probably not Sanae Takaichi, who has taken hawkish stances toward her country's powerful neighbor.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Sep 23, 2021
China's military rise could threaten Japan's economy, Suga warns ahead of Quad summit
The Japanese leader's trip to the U.S. will be the swansong of his one-year premiership
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Sep 20, 2021
LDP contenders put China in crosshairs in bid to win votes
Foreign policy has taken on increased importance in the party's presidential race, as candidates are trying to win over conservative members with a tough stance on Beijing.

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