In response to China-related remarks in the policy speech of Japan’s new PM Sanae Takaichi, Guo Jiakun, a spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, stated Friday that “I have already addressed relevant questions yesterday. I would like to reiterate that when it comes to peace and security, China has the best track record among major countries. In contrast, Japan has significantly adjusted its security policy in recent years, continuously increased its defense budget year by year, relaxed restrictions on weapons exports, and sought breakthrough military capabilities.
This cannot but raise serious doubts among Asian neighbors and the international community about whether Japan is genuinely committed to ‘exclusively defense-oriented policy’ and peaceful development,” said Guo.
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