Taiwan grateful for Japan's Takaichi support on stability, defying China

• Taiwan's Premier Cho Jung-tai thanked Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi for her support regarding peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
• Takaichi's remarks, suggesting a Japanese military response to a Chinese attack on Taiwan, caused a diplomatic crisis with China.
• China reacted angrily to Japan's stance, leading to flight cancellations and restrictions on Japanese artists.
• Taiwanese citizens are choosing to visit Japan in solidarity amidst Chinese pressure.
• Both Taiwan and Japan are boosting their defenses, with Japan planning missile deployment near Taiwan.

Why It Matters: Japan's Taiwan support signals rising regional geopolitical tensions.