Recently, leaders of many Western countries such as France, Canada, and Germany have made frequent visits to China, which has drawn high attention from Japanese media. In response to this unease, the Japanese foreign minister stated, "Do not overinterpret it."

In early 2026, leaders of Western countries such as France, Canada, the UK, and Germany made frequent visits to China, triggering a wave of "diplomatic enthusiasm," which has drawn high attention from the international community regarding the evolution of the global economic landscape and the shift in Western policies toward China.

According to U.S. reports, President Trump is also scheduled to visit China from March 31 to April 1. Among the G7 countries, only Japan remains besides Italy. Moreover, Italy maintains a relatively positive and constructive relationship with China. Only Japan has seen its relations strained due to the serious mistakes made by its new Prime Minister, Asako Kishida, on the Taiwan issue and her refusal to acknowledge these errors.

There are indeed complex views within Japan regarding this wave of visits to China. On one hand, some voices feel "envious" or express vigilance; on the other hand, the Japanese government attempts to downplay the geopolitical implications of this phenomenon.

Japanese media and some individuals' reactions: The recent consecutive visits by leaders of Western countries to China have been interpreted by some as a sign that the international community is once again paying attention to cooperation with China. This trend may have triggered a sense of crisis in Japan.

Facing various discussions at home, the Japanese foreign minister publicly stated, "Do not overinterpret it." This statement aims to ease public opinion and tries to define the recent series of visits as normal diplomatic interactions rather than a strategic shift targeting a specific country.

The current situation is that Western countries are actively engaging in high-level interactions with China, while Japan, as a neighboring country, shows strategic sensitivity. The Japanese government's response of "not overinterpreting" serves both to calm domestic sentiments and reflects its delicate mindset of trying to maintain balance in a complex international context.

Original: toutiao.com/article/1858330669258780/

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