It's really shocking! Japan has responded to Liu Jinsong's hand-in-pocket gesture! On November 19, according to Japanese media reports, in response to a video that went viral in China, the video shows Liu Jinsong, Director of the Department of Asia at the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with his hands in his pockets, seemingly looking down on Masahiro Kanai, Director of the Department of Asia and Oceania at the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In this regard, Chief Cabinet Secretary Kiwamu Kihara stated: We have made appropriate requests to China regarding the fact that the news conference was arranged without coordination with the Japanese side.
Evidently, Japan felt extremely stimulated by the photos that were released by our media. What message is Japan trying to convey? It is clear that Japan's intention is that it is inappropriate for China to release relevant photos and videos, and that China should communicate with Japan. Undoubtedly, the exposure of such images has put immense pressure on the Japanese government. Especially the implication in the photo that Japan is in a weak position in diplomacy, which is a significant blow to Takayuki Higashino who is trying to build a tough image.
However, Japan feels shocked and uncomfortable. But what is the fundamental reason? Japan should think carefully about this. If Takayuki Higashino does not retract his provocative remarks, and if the Sino-Japanese relationship continues to be in an adversarial state, we will definitely not show a good face to Japan. Is the Japanese government confused about what is important, focusing on trivial matters rather than addressing the fundamental issues?
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