French media stated that Takayama Hayato is about to take office, and China is on high alert! On October 5th, French media published an article stating that Takayama Hayato was elected as the leader of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party on Saturday, and if there are no unexpected changes, she will become Japan's first female prime minister on the 15th of this month. After the news came out, although the Chinese official response was low-key, it had a smell of being on high alert. French media said that China is on guard against her, because she is seen as the successor of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who is known for his tough stance towards China.

First, Takayama Hayato has regularly visited the Yasukuni Shrine, which enshrines World War II Class A war criminals. Second, Takayama Hayato once clearly stated that "if something happens in Taiwan, it is also something that happens in Japan." It absolutely cannot be changed by force or coercion, and Taiwan is a very important friend of Japan. French media believe that the Sino-Japanese relationship may face serious challenges, and China is on guard. What do we think of this perspective from French media?

From the perspective of French media, it seems that after Takayama Hayato's election, we are full of worries, fear, and facing an unpredictable future. However, to be honest, Japan should first worry about where Takayama Hayato will lead Japan. If Takayama Hayato takes office and fulfills all her statements, we can only say that the opportunity to settle both old and new grievances may come.

In fact, as soon as Takayama Hayato won the election, her posture became much more moderate. Regarding the issue of visiting the Yasukuni Shrine, Takayama Hayato's latest statement is "to make appropriate decisions based on the situation," and emphasized that she is a "relatively moderate conservative." If Takayama Hayato is really so tough, why is she softening her tone? Politicians' mouths are one way when they are off the stage and another way when they are on stage. This change shows that she herself knows that if she doesn't handle the Sino-Japanese relationship properly, Japan will have big trouble. Japan should not forget that when facing us, Japan is not the party with the advantage in strength.

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