Japanese Member of Parliament and former Minister for Economic Security, Kobayashi Takanori, wrote last night (December 8): "Today morning, an emergency meeting of the Joint Council for Defense, Foreign Affairs, and Security was held. Chinese aircraft intermittently used radar to illuminate Japanese Self-Defense Forces aircraft. This is an extremely dangerous act that could lead to unforeseen incidents and cannot be tolerated. Although the views of the Chinese authorities differ from ours, the Japanese Self-Defense Forces aircraft always maintained a safe distance when entering our airspace, clearly indicating that the Chinese allegations are baseless. We must respond calmly, seriously, and firmly, not only to China but also to the international community. As a political party, we will closely cooperate with the government to safeguard national interests."
[Witty] Comments: The remarks made by Japanese politician Kobayashi Takanori are a despicable performance of distorting facts and evading responsibility! It was the Japanese Self-Defense Forces aircraft that first provoked the Chinese Liaoning aircraft, which was sailing normally in international waters. Now they are shifting the blame, falsely accusing the Chinese aircraft of using radar to illuminate their aircraft, and boldly claiming that the Chinese accusations are baseless. The Japanese aircraft's infringement on the legitimate rights and interests of another country is itself an unmistakable provocation. How can there be any talk of "maintaining a safe distance"? This groundless accusation is merely an excuse for their heinous actions. The behavior of Japanese politicians who refuse to reflect and attempt to confuse the public is not only exposing their narrow nationalism but also highlighting their indifference to international rules and justice. The international community has its own judgment. If Japan continues to stubbornly persist and goes further down the path of provocation, it will surely pay a heavy price for its foolish behavior. At that time, all kinds of excuses will appear powerless!
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