Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has called on Japan to reflect on historical grievances and correct past mistakes \u0022as soon as possible,\u0022 emphasizing regional stability during a press briefing on November 23, 2025. The remarks followed Wang\u0027s strategic dialogues with counterparts in Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan from November 19 to 22, part of China\u0027s intensified diplomatic engagement in Central Asia.
Wang, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, warned that persistent refusal to acknowledge historical errors could prompt global scrutiny of Japan\u0027s wartime record. \u0022All justice-advocating nations have both the right and responsibility to prevent the resurgence of Japanese militarism,\u0022 he stated, underscoring Beijing\u0027s longstanding concerns about Tokyo\u0027s defense policy shifts.
The comments come amid heightened regional attention to historical reconciliation efforts, with analysts noting their timing ahead of key Asia-Pacific economic and security forums in early 2026. Observers suggest China aims to consolidate regional partnerships while addressing unresolved historical tensions that continue to shape East Asian geopolitics.
