China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun declared Japanese militarism 'the common enemy of people worldwide' during a press briefing on Friday, December 12, 2025. The statement comes amid heightened regional tensions and renewed global debates about historical accountability.
Guo emphasized China's commitment to collaborating with 'all peace-loving countries and people' to protect the legacy of the World War Two victory and maintain the post-war international order. 'We urge Japan to conduct profound historical introspection, learn from past mistakes, completely cut ties with militarism, and take concrete steps to eradicate its lingering influence,' he stated.
The remarks follow recent diplomatic developments across Asia, where multiple governments have expressed concerns about historical revisionism. Analysts suggest this intervention reinforces China's position as a guardian of multilateral stability while addressing sensitivities among Asian diaspora communities and WWII-affected nations.
Business leaders and political observers are closely monitoring how this stance might influence China-Japan economic relations, particularly in technology and manufacturing sectors that saw record cross-investment earlier this year.
