Japan reaffirms its understanding of China's position on Taiwan

Japan's Sanae Takaichi reaffirmed Taiwan is part of China, stating Tokyo's position remains unchanged. Takaichi referenced the 1972 Japan-China Joint Communique, which acknowledges Beijing's stance on Taiwan. Japan stated it fully understands and respects this position. This reaffirms Japan's adherence to the communique and the Potsdam Declaration, documents Beijing cites to support its claim over Taiwan.