TOPIC
China-Japan relations
+ FOLLOW
China-Japan relations
Breaking news and analysis on China-Japan relations, covering trade, investment, the legacy of war in Asia, military tensions and the impact of wider issues such as the US-China trade war and South China Sea.
SHOW FULL PROFILE
last updated:
16 October, 2024
Japan
Japan urges Beijing to protect citizens in China on Nanking massacre anniversary
Concerns arise from recent attacks on Japanese nationals, including children, and increasing anti-Japanese sentiment fuelled by historical grievances.
6 hours ago
10
Korean peninsula
China and Japan ‘share same position’ on stability in Korean peninsula: experts
6 Dec 2024 - 4:01PM
videocam
7
China trade
Will Trump’s threats push China and Japan closer together?
6 Dec 2024 - 4:09AM
videocam
6
China and Japan face ‘crisis’ in ties, fail to adapt to ‘new reality’: ex-PM
Former Japanese leader Yasuo Fukuda urges action as public sentiment between the countries drops to 20-year low.
5 Dec 2024 - 11:14AM
videocam
15
China-South Korea relations
My Take
|
Is Trump factor at play as China grants visa-free entry to Japan, South Korea?
Unilateral move comes as Beijing faces headwinds both within and without, including fears about destabilising effect of incoming US leader.
3 Dec 2024 - 9:00PM
videocam
Diaoyu Islands
China, Japan’s public sentiment towards each other at 20-year low: survey
Chinese respondents most upset by release of Fukushima water last year, while for Japanese it is East China Sea disputes, survey also shows.
3 Dec 2024 - 4:11PM
videocam
12
Advertisement
Advertisement
Japan
Chinese man says he defaced Japan shrine to protest Fukushima discharge
Jiang Zhuojun pleaded guilty to charges of damaging property and disrespecting a place of worship.
29 Nov 2024 - 2:09PM
videocam
Japan
China’s ‘wolf warrior’ envoy sparks row by backing Japanese leftist party
The incident has led to calls for the expulsion of Xue Jian, China’s consul general in Osaka.
28 Nov 2024 - 4:04PM
videocam
4
Japan
Can China stop Japan from ‘unilaterally siding’ with US through close ties?
China’s overtures aim to mitigate possible pressure under Trump 2.0, but could return to being confrontational in the future, analysts say.
27 Nov 2024 - 9:16AM
videocam
8
Hong Kong economy
Opinion
|
Working with Japan on Fukushima and RCEP can benefit Hong Kong
Collaboration rather than confrontation would aid Hong Kong’s hopes of joining RCEP and efforts to improve the city’s disaster preparedness.
24 Nov 2024 - 5:56AM
videocam
China adds Japan to visa-free scheme for short-stay visitors as tensions ease
Travellers will be allowed to remain for up to 30 days in China without a visa from November 30.
22 Nov 2024 - 9:10PM
videocam
10
Japan
Tokyo police seek arrest of Chinese teenager over shrine ‘toilet’ graffiti
The suspect, who also faces a charge of desecration of a place of worship, has already left Japan for Hong Kong.
21 Nov 2024 - 2:15PM
videocam
Climate change
Opinion
|
As China-Japan climate action grows, Tokyo must rethink LNG push in Asia
Japan’s progress in shrinking its domestic carbon footprint is being offset by its aggressive LNG development drive in South and Southeast Asia.
17 Nov 2024 - 5:30AM
videocam
‘Face history squarely’: China’s Xi urges Japan to help manage differences
It is hoped Japan will ‘properly handle’ major issues including Taiwan, Xi Jinping tells Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Apec margins.
16 Nov 2024 - 3:57PM
videocam
70
Diplomacy
Wang Yi’s talks with Japanese official suggest a Xi-Ishiba meeting lies ahead
Foreign ministry says both sides agree to leaders’ dialogue as Japanese media report plans for Japan’s new prime minister to meet Xi Jinping.
5 Nov 2024 - 12:11AM
videocam
Japan
China blames ‘obstruction’ for military plane’s entry into Japanese airspace
Explanation for August 26 incident comes ahead of likely first meeting between President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.
3 Nov 2024 - 7:50PM
videocam
5
US-China relations
Wary of China, US ranks Japan ‘first’ among Aukus partners: envoy
‘Very close’ talks under way as Washington seeks Tokyo’s cyber-related and other technological support amid deeper Indo-Pacific engagement.
19 Oct 2024 - 6:59AM
videocam
13
Advertisement
Advertisement
China’s coastguard
China says it drove away Japanese fishing boat from waters near Diaoyu Islands
Vessel ‘illegally entered’ the country’s territorial waters and was warned to leave, according to Chinese coastguard.
17 Oct 2024 - 5:55PM
12
Defence
Japan’s leader is calling for nuclear sharing with the US. Will it deter China?
If Shigeru Ishiba’s proposal becomes a reality, it will raise tensions and could drive Beijing to ‘push further on its own nuclear build-up’.
13 Oct 2024 - 2:00PM
videocam
62
Japan
China and Japan vow to stabilise ties
11 Oct 2024 - 5:05PM
Diplomacy
China’s Li Qiang and Japanese PM Ishiba pledge stable ties in first meeting
Japan’s new ‘military geek’ prime minister is looking to strengthen his country’s defences and roll out security innovations.
11 Oct 2024 - 7:22PM
videocam
8
China
Top Japan diplomat tells Beijing of ‘grave concerns’ about military activity
Foreign Minister Wang Yi welcomes ‘new atmosphere’, during 45-minute call with newly appointed Japanese counterpart Iwaya.
11 Oct 2024 - 2:23AM
videocam
15
Taiwan
Should China worry as Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba takes the reins?
New leader has work cut out between bold security proposals, getting out of US shadow and need to improve Beijing ties, observers say.
6 Oct 2024 - 6:25PM
videocam
64
China-Russia relations
China’s coastguard takes part in first Arctic patrol with Russia
The ships entered the ocean on Tuesday, China’s national day, in an exercise closely monitored by the US.
2 Oct 2024 - 7:30PM
videocam
10
India
India rejects Japan’s call for ‘Asian Nato’, despite growing China tensions
Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar said unlike Japan, India had never been a treaty ally of another country.
2 Oct 2024 - 11:48AM
videocam
Legacy of war in Asia
Opinion
|
Don’t hate people for their political leaders’ wars and crimes
It is the leaders, not the regular people, who use the military might of nations to invade other countries and oppress other peoples.
29 Sep 2024 - 5:30AM
videocam
7
Japan
‘They bring comfort and smiles to me’: fans say goodbye to Tokyo zoo pandas
‘Just like pandas, I hope Japan and China can be friends,’ said a visitor, who came to admire Ri Ri and Shin Shin at Ueno zoo.
28 Sep 2024 - 3:12PM
Japan
Japan is about to get a new prime minister. What will it mean for China?
Advocate of ‘Asian Nato’ to counter China who also seeks more balanced US ties could ruffle feathers on either side of Pacific, analysts say.
28 Sep 2024 - 3:00PM
videocam
13
Advertisement
Advertisement
Help preserve 120 years of quality journalism.
SUPPORT NOW
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement