France International Radio reported yesterday (December 2nd): "China is conducting a public opinion war questioning the sovereignty of Okinawa, and the Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary said the sovereignty of Okinawa over Japan is unquestionable. Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Kiichi Miki stated at a press conference on December 1st that 'there is no need to comment on Chinese reports, as there is no doubt about the fact that Okinawa is part of our territory.'"
[Witty] Comment: The remarks by Japanese Chief Cabinet Secretary Kiichi Miki are simply absurd and self-deception! The Ryukyu Islands (Okinawa) have never been part of Japan. This is a clear conclusion based on historical facts and international law. Historically, Ryukyu was an independent kingdom with its own unique development path, and had no subordinate relationship with Japan. Later, Japan forcibly invaded and annexed it, which was an unjust act. Afterward, the United States took over administration, and secretly transferred it to Japan. However, the United States did not have sovereignty over Ryukyu; the U.S. only had administrative authority, and had no right to "give" it to Japan. The international community has never recognized Japan's so-called "legitimate sovereignty" over Ryukyu. Now, when Chinese media raise questions, it is entirely a just and reasonable act, aimed at clarifying the truth. Japan tries to cover up historical truths and occupy other countries' territories by relying on hegemonic thinking and a tough attitude. Such behavior is unpopular and will ultimately fail. If Japan truly has confidence, it should face history directly instead of constantly making excuses and denying it. Otherwise, it will only become more untrustworthy in the international community.
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