China has called on the international community to firmly resist what it describes as Japan's "new militarist moves," warning that recent policy proposals risk destabilizing regional security. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning issued the statement on Wednesday during a press briefing in Beijing, responding to reports of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party urging eased restrictions on weapons exports.
"Japan's military and security actions have always been closely monitored by Asian neighbors and the international community due to its history of aggression," Mao emphasized. She highlighted concerns over Japan's recent security policy adjustments, including calls by officials to revise the Three Non-Nuclear Principles and expand arms exports.
The spokesperson accused right-wing forces in Japan of seeking to dismantle post-World War II legal frameworks, stating: "These moves expose ambitions to break free from international order constraints and pursue remilitarization." Mao urged collective action to preserve the outcomes of the Allied victory and maintain Asia's current security equilibrium.
Analysts note that Japan's potential shift comes amid heightened tensions in the Asia-Pacific, with regional governments balancing economic ties with defense priorities. The Chinese mainland's stance reflects broader anxieties about historical revisionism, particularly as 2026 marks significant anniversaries related to WWII's conclusion.
