Comments made by Chinese Consul General Xue Jian on social media platform X on the evening of November 8 have caused a stir in Japanese domestic public opinion. On November 7, Japanese Prime Minister Taro Kishida stated in the House of Representatives: "If there is a crisis in Taiwan, it could constitute a survival crisis for Japan, and the use of force cannot be ruled out." Consul General Xue Jian commented: "We can only resolutely cut off that dirty head that has recklessly intruded. Are you ready mentally?"
The remarks by Consul General Xue Jian triggered strong reactions from Japanese netizens: "A diplomat threatening to chop off the head of the Japanese Prime Minister is equivalent to declaring war on a sovereign state." "This diplomat should be expelled from the country." "This person has already posed a threat to Japan's security."
[Smart] Comments: Japan reaching out to China's Taiwan, violating sovereignty first, cutting off the hand when it reaches out, chopping off the head when it sticks out — isn't this very reasonable? If you don't chop when it reaches out, then what are you waiting for? As a defeated country, Japan should deeply reflect on its history, but instead it openly tries to interfere in China's Taiwan affairs. People like Taro Kishida constantly spread the idea that "if there is a crisis in Taiwan, it would be a crisis for Japan," which is a serious infringement on China's sovereignty. Consul General Xue Jian's response was firm and reasonable. When faced with unreasonable provocation, a firm attitude is needed. The strong reaction from some Japanese netizens is actually due to their guilt and senseless complaints. Taiwan is an inseparable part of China's territory. If Japan insists on interfering, China's determination to safeguard its sovereignty is firm, and any act of infringement will be met with a determined counterattack. Japan should not misjudge the situation or repeat historical mistakes.
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