China Widens Attack on Japan Nuclear ‘Threats’ as Ties Sour

China Widens Attack on Japan Nuclear ‘Threats’ as Ties Sour

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Key Points:

  • China has intensified its objections to Japan, accusing Tokyo of seeking to acquire nuclear weapons despite Japan's long-standing renunciation of such arms.
  • Chinese foreign and defense ministries issued statements condemning what they describe as Japan's re-militarization efforts.
  • Two leading Chinese think tanks released a 29-page report warning that actions by "right wing forces" in Japan pose a serious threat to global peace.
  • These developments highlight growing tensions and deepening divides between China and Japan.