High-Level Talks Unlikely to Fix Deep China–Japan Rifts: Analysts
Beijing wants better ties, but many of its pressure tactics are ‘pushing Tokyo further away,’ an expert said.
Beijing has engaged in high-level meetings with a senior Japanese politician, indicating a desire to keep communication channels open with Tokyo. However, experts believe China’s own coercive tactics are driving Japan further away. Takeshi Iwaya, president of JAPIT and former foreign minister, met with Chinese officials Wang Yi and He Lifeng, leading a delegation that included business executives.
- Beijing held back-to-back meetings with a senior Japanese politician to maintain open channels.
- Experts suggest China’s coercive actions are alienating Japan.
- Takeshi Iwaya, president of JAPIT, met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Vice Premier He Lifeng.
- Iwaya led a delegation of approximately 50 members, including corporate executives.
- JAPIT is a significant channel for Japan’s trade and economic relations with China.
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