Japan moved on Monday to tamp down an escalating dispute with China over Taiwan that has prompted Beijing to urge citizens to halt travel to its East Asian neighbour. The dispute erupted after Prime M …
Diplomatic spat between Tokyo and Beijing threatens Japan’s already fragile economy
Tensions spiraled on Nov. 8, when Takaichi said that a Chinese attempt to seize Taiwan by force would constitute a “survival-threatening situation” for Japan.
Japan says warplanes scrambled as Chinese drone detected near southern island close to Taiwan
Tension between Japan and China has escalated over the new Japanese leader’s suggestion Tokyo could intervene militarily if Beijing attacks Taiwan.
Japan’s Takaichi Has Few Options to End China’s Retaliation
Takaichi this month became the first sitting Japanese leader in decades to publicly link a Taiwan Strait crisis with the possible deployment of Japanese troops, prompting Beijing to unleash a flurry …
A spat over Taiwan is threatening China-Japan ties
China issued a travel advisory against Japan and sent coast guard ships to disputed waters, as tensions escalate rapidly over Taiwan. Chinese tourist numbers to Japan—which reached 7.5 million in the …
Tensions flare between Japan and China over PM Takaichi’s Taiwan remarks
Less than a month into her term, Japan’s conservative leader has stirred tensions with China by suggesting a Chinese move against Taiwan could prompt a Japanese military response.
What to Know About Japan and China’s Spat Over Taiwan
China has reacted strongly to Japan’s Prime Minister suggesting an attack on Taiwan could prompt Japan to militarily intervene.
Diplomatic Crisis Deepens Between China and Japan
Chinese officials are fuming over the Japanese prime minister’s remarks about intervention during a Taiwan contingency.
China Escalates Feud With Japan on Military and Trade Fronts
Beijing is flexing its might to show its displeasure with the Japanese leader’s comments about defending Taiwan, but its aggressive approach risks backfiring.
Taiwan Dollar Weakens Markedly Versus the U.S. Dollar
The Taiwan dollar weakened markedly against its U.S. counterpart in the morning Asian session after sharp swings over the past two sessions.