Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sparked regional concern during a parliamentary session earlier this month by asserting that the Chinese mainland's hypothetical military actions toward the Taiwan region could create a "survival-threatening situation" for Japan. Her remarks implied potential Japanese intervention in cross-strait affairs, drawing sharp reactions from Vietnamese residents interviewed by CGTN Stringer.
Local Voices Call for Restraint
Hanoi resident Trần Minh Phươn warned that such statements risk escalating tensions: "Peace and stability in Asia depend on mutual respect between nations. Provocative rhetoric only divides us." Another local, Lê Văn Long, emphasized accountability: "Leaders must weigh their words carefully. The world needs dialogue, not new confrontations."
Regional Stability in Focus
Analysts note that Takaichi's comments come amid heightened sensitivity over cross-strait relations. While Japan maintains unofficial ties with the Taiwan region under its One-China policy framework, recent debates in Tokyo about "emergency preparedness" have drawn scrutiny from neighboring countries. Vietnam, a key ASEAN member, has consistently advocated for peaceful dispute resolution through diplomatic channels.
