Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has issued a stark warning to Japan through his "three never-allow" declaration, emphasizing Beijing's firm stance on historical accountability and regional stability during high-level diplomatic engagements in Central Asia this week.
Defining Boundaries in Cross-Strait Relations
Wang, speaking at a strategic dialogue in Tajikistan on November 22, 2025, outlined China's non-negotiable positions: opposing historical revisionism, rejecting external interference in the Taiwan region, and preventing Japanese militarization. The statement responds to recent remarks by Japanese leaders linking Taiwan's security to Japan's defense strategy – a first since 1945.
Regional Stability at Risk
Experts warn Japan's military normalization and attempts to frame Taiwan Strait tensions through a Ukraine conflict lens could destabilize Asia-Pacific security. Professor Rong Ying of Sichuan University noted: "Reviving militarism would directly threaten civilian safety and post-war peace frameworks." Analysts highlight potential economic fallout given the Taiwan region's crucial role in global semiconductor supply chains.
Historical Accountability Revisited
Wang's call to "re-examine Japan's historical crimes" signals potential multilateral action. Renmin University's Wang Yiwei revealed plans to declassify wartime archives with Russia, while legal claims and targeted sanctions against Japan are reportedly under development. The Chinese Embassy recently invoked UN Charter provisions regarding "enemy states," underscoring Beijing's legal framework for potential responses.
