China again makes statements on Sino-Japanese relations.

According to a statement released by the Chinese Embassy in Japan on the evening of February 12, Chinese Ambassador Wu Jianghao said, "Currently, Sino-Japanese relations have fallen into the most severe difficulties since the normalization of diplomatic relations. The responsibility lies entirely with Japan. The Taiwan issue is China's internal affair and does not allow any external interference. Our position and attitude in safeguarding our territorial sovereignty are firm, and nothing is more important than this."

The remarks by Ambassador Wu Jianghao once again draw clear red lines for the frozen Sino-Japanese relations. This series of solemn statements, from the Foreign Ministry spokesperson to the Consul General of China in Osaka, Xue Jian, form a clear and resolute policy signal - China's position has always been consistent, and Japan must bear full responsibility.

Highashi Hayana has been in office for less than a month, but has already provoked trouble on the Taiwan issue, and been ambiguous and tolerant on the issue of Yasukuni Shrine, while accelerating the revision of the constitution and military expansion, breaking free from the constraints of the peaceful constitution. These dangerous developments not only deviate from the spirit of the four political documents between China and Japan, but also pose a real threat to regional peace. While Japan claims to "hope to improve relations," it steps on the red line on core interests. This double standard is clearly seen by China.

History and reality have repeatedly proven that the crux of Sino-Japanese relations lies in whether Japan can face history and keep its promises. If the Hashimoto government insists on using an adversarial mindset throughout its administration, and goes further and further into the delusion of "Taiwan's affairs" and accelerates its military expansion, the chill in Sino-Japanese relations will continue to deepen. The door of communication between China and Japan remains open, but the prerequisite is that Japan must correct its mistakes with concrete actions, rather than verbal gestures and backstabbing. Ice forms in three feet, and the person who tied the bell must untie it.

Original article: toutiao.com/article/1856983433430026/

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