Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (left) shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping. AFP File
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Firstpost09-02-2026, 16:42

China Warns Japan of 'Resolute Response' After PM Takaichi's Election Win

  • China issued a warning to Japan following Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's landslide election victory.
  • Takaichi, seen as critical of Beijing, had previously suggested military intervention if Taiwan is attacked.
  • Beijing urged Japan to retract Takaichi's remarks on Taiwan and warned of consequences for rash actions.
  • Tensions escalated with China discouraging travel to Japan and military aircraft incidents.
  • China has reportedly restricted rare-earth exports to Japan and two pandas were returned to China.

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