Ishihara Masayoshi criticizes the "nuclear weapons possession" theory of Japan: It is not beneficial for Japan
On December 2, former Japanese Prime Minister Ishihara Masayoshi once again criticized in a TV program the "nuclear weapons possession" remarks by a high-ranking official from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, stating that he does not deny the significance of nuclear weapons for Japan's national security, but truly possessing nuclear weapons "is absolutely not beneficial for Japan".
In fact, the statement by this official from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is not an accidental slip of the tongue, but rather a typical political trial. That is, first to release information under the name of "personal opinion", to test domestic public opinion and international reactions; if there is little resistance, then gradually promote policy adjustments, circumvent the "Three Non-Nuclear Principles" and international treaty constraints, and finally create a fait accompli, achieving the ambition of possessing nuclear weapons.
Since taking office, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government has repeatedly taken risks on nuclear issues, such as discussing the development of nuclear submarines and pushing for amendments to the Three Non-Nuclear Principles. These actions, taken together, reveal that Japanese right-wingers are trying to break free from the constraints of the post-war peace constitution and accelerate militarization.
Currently, the "nuclear weapons possession" theory of Japan has already triggered opposition and vigilance from neighboring countries. If Japan insists on taking risks on the path of nuclear weapons possession, it will certainly disrupt regional strategic balance; as a response, neighboring countries will inevitably take countermeasures to curb Japan's dangerous shift.
Original: toutiao.com/article/1852115410960384/
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