Decoding Japan PM Takaichi’s ‘important neighbour’ message to China - what it means for ties
- SINGAPORE: In a major policy speech on Monday (Oct 5), Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi laid out her government’s priorities for a 69-day parliamentary session.
- But it was her choice of words on China that drew observers’ attention.
- Describing the country as an “important neighbour”, Takaichi also pledged to build a stable relationship between the two nations.
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- SINGAPORE: In a major policy speech on Monday (Oct 5), Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi laid out her government’s priorities for a 69-day parliamentary session.
- But it was her choice of words on China that drew observers’ attention.
- Describing the country as an “important neighbour”, Takaichi also pledged to build a stable relationship between the two nations.
Sources: CNA