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Last Update2026-02-25
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Event Overview
This event highlights the geopolitical tensions in East Asia, with China expressing deep concerns over Japan's proposed changes to its defense policies. The move reflects a shift towards a more assertive security stance by Japan, potentially altering the regional balance of power and historical narratives.
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China Expresses Concern Over Japan's Proposal to Lift Weapons Export Restrictions
On February 25, Mao Ning, a spokesperson for China's Foreign Ministry, expressed serious concern over reports that Japan's Liberal Democratic Party approved a proposal to lift weapons export restrictions. Mao highlighted that Japan's military and security policies have been under scrutiny due to its history of aggression. Recent shifts in Japan's security policy, including calls by Japanese officials for nuclear armament and revising the 'Three Non-Nuclear Principles,' indicate a right-wing push to re-militarize and challenge post-World War II international norms. The international community is urged to remain vigilant and defend the outcomes of WWII and the post-war order against such actions.