U.S. House Introduces Bipartisan Resolution Condemning China's Coercion of Japan
U.S. House lawmakers introduced a resolution condemning China's economic pressure on Japan. The bipartisan move reaffirms the 'ironclad' U.S.-Japan alliance.
A clear warning to Beijing. U.S. lawmakers are drawing a line in the sand over China's economic coercion against Japan, reaffirming that an attack on an ally's economy is an attack on the rules-based order.
Standing Against 'Coercive' Economic Tactics
According to Yonhap News, a group of lawmakers including Rep. Young Kim (R-CA) and Rep. Ami Bera (D-CA) introduced a resolution to the House on December 19. The move follows Beijing's travel advisories and economic pressure triggered by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent comments regarding the Taiwan Strait.
Attempts by the Chinese Communist Party to intimidate or punish our allies for speaking out undermine the rules-based international order. This resolution sends a clear message that we stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Japan.
The Catalyst: Taiwan and Sea-Lane Security
Last month, PM Takaichi suggested that a military blockade around Taiwan could be seen as a 'survival-threatening situation' for Japan, hinting at a potential military response. Beijing reacted swiftly, suspending Japanese seafood imports and issuing travel warnings. The House resolution explicitly recognizes the 'vital' interest the U.S. has in supporting allies against such intimidation.
The resolution also highlights the U.S.-Japan Mutual Security Treaty, reaffirming it applies to the Senkaku Islands, which China claims as Diaoyudao.
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