Rising China–Japan tensions have intensified after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi implied possible military intervention in Taiwan. China says any foreign attempt to obstruct its reunification efforts is “doomed to fail,” calling Takaichi’s statements dangerous and unlawful. The crisis exposes deep political divides inside Japan, where many leaders warn against provoking China unnecessarily. Escalating China–Japan … Continue reading China, Japan, and the Peril of Manufactured Provocations