China foreign ministry, on Japan urging others not to attend military parade: has asked Japan to clarify

China foreign ministry, on Japan urging others not to attend military parade: has asked Japan to clarify

China's Foreign Ministry has called on Japan to clarify its stance on the upcoming military parade in Beijing, scheduled to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. The request comes amidst escalating tensions in East Asia and ongoing discussions between the two nations over economic and political cooperation.

The Chinese Foreign Ministry's request follows Japan's urging of other countries not to attend the parade, citing concerns about the event's political implications. The parade, which will showcase China's military might and technological advancements, is seen as a display of China's growing military capabilities and a potential deterrent to potential adversaries [1].

China's Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, met with his Japanese counterpart, Takeshi Iwaya, in Tokyo on March 22, 2025, to co-chair the sixth China-Japan High-Level Economic Dialogue. The dialogue concluded with 20 key consensus points, indicating a willingness to improve ties across various fields, including economic and political cooperation [2].

However, the political climate remains tense. Japan's position on the parade has been a point of contention, with the Japanese government expressing reservations about the event's political symbolism. The Japanese Foreign Minister, Takeshi Iwaya, has urged other countries to avoid attending the parade, stating that it is not in line with the spirit of peace and reconciliation [2].

China's request for clarification from Japan underscores the delicate balance between political and economic relations in the region. The upcoming military parade is expected to be a significant event, with analysts closely monitoring the display of China's military capabilities and the potential implications for regional security [1].

References:

[1] https://ca.news.yahoo.com/beyond-bling-china-aims-deterrence-085619395.html
[2] https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202503/1330692.shtml