The New Cold War: China vs Japan -- Shannon Tiezzi, The Diplomat
China and Japan’s war of the words reveals a larger struggle for regional influence akin to a mini Cold War.
Lately, it seems that Japanese officials can’t sneeze without incurring the wrath of the Chinese — and vice versa. So it’s no surprise that even conciliatory statements from Shinzo Abe have been soundly rebuffed. On Thursday, Abe wrote a message, published in local Chinese-language papers, conveying greetings for the lunar new year. According to Reuters’ translation of the Japanese-language version, Abe insisted that Japan has “taken the path of peace” since World War II, and “nothing has been changed in the policy of continuing to uphold this position.”
Friday, Abe further extended the olive branch. According to Channel NewsAsia, Abe told a parliamentary session that “Japan and China are inseparable.” He also expressed his desire for the two countries to restart diplomatic meetings. “Instead of refusing to hold dialogue unless issues become resolved, we should hold talks because we have issues,” Abe said.
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More News On The Rising Tensions Between China And Japan
US Pacific commander warns of growing China-Japan tension over disputed islands -- FOX News/AP
China: Japan trying to challenge post-war int'l order -- CCTV
China ships in disputed waters after Abe's WWI claim: Japan -- Business Recorder/AFP
Abe: China-Japan Ties 'Similar' to Britain and Germany Before WWI -- Voice of America
Japan's Abe says China's prosperity rests on trust, not tensions -- Reuters
India, Japan snuggle closer as China power grows -- Geoff Hiscock, CNN
Rocky waters between China and Japan could buffet America -- Fred Hiatt, Washington Post
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