China Accuses Japan of 'Neo-Militarism', Warning of Retaliation
Chinese state media is escalating criticism of Japan's alleged 'neo-militarism,' raising tensions. Beijing has warned it has sufficient policy tools to respond if its core interests are threatened.
While their economies are deeply intertwined, the rhetoric of war is pulling them apart. China's state media has launched a sharp critique against Japan's alleged "neo-militarism," warning that Beijing has sufficient policy tools to respond if its core interests are threatened.
Beijing's Official Rebuke
According to the People's Daily, a mouthpiece for the Communist Party, the resurgence of Japanese militarism after the end of the Second World War has dealt a serious blow to bilateral relations. The outlet claims this trend undermines regional peace and stability, arguing that post-war Japan has failed to properly reckon with its past.
Context: Japan's Shifting Security Stance
Beijing's sharp condemnation appears to be a direct response to Japan's recent shifts in defense policy. Tokyo has significantly increased its defense budget and is pursuing a more assertive military posture, including reinterpreting its pacifist constitution to allow for collective self-defense. Furthermore, Japan has been strengthening its alliance with the United States and building security partnerships with other regional powers, a move China views as part of a broader effort to contain its influence.
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