Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun spoke on Japan’s constitutional revision plans on Wednesday. He warned against Japan’s remilitarization path under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s administration. Large anti-war protests have emerged across Japan in recent weeks. Interviewees frequently used words like fear, concern, vigilance, and anger. Media commentators warned that revising Article 9 would shake Japan’s peaceful identity. Consequently Guo called on all peace-loving countries and the Japanese people to act.
The spokesperson noted that history serves as a clear mirror for everyone. Japanese people witnessed their country’s descent into militarism in the early 20th century. They understand the profound suffering that war brings to any nation. Therefore they know the true significance of Japan’s pledge never to wage war again. However the Takaichi administration now attempts to abandon pacifism entirely. This remilitarization path betrays the fundamental premise that postwar international society accepted. It also tears apart the consensus of being a peaceful nation. Generations of Japanese people have cherished that consensus for decades.
Guo questioned whether Japan’s right-wing forces want a so-called war state. He asked if they aim to reignite war flames in the Asia-Pacific region. These forces hype up external threats under the guise of self-defense. They sacrifice the well-being of their own people continuously. Consequently they undermine peace and stability across the entire region. The largest anti-war protests in decades prove that many Japanese citizens disagree. More people now realize that returning to militarism leads nowhere good. This remilitarization path represents a road of no return for Japan accordingly.
The spokesperson urged joint resistance against reckless attempts by right-wing forces. He specifically mentioned preventing the rise of neo-militarism in Japan. This remilitarization path requires vigilance from all peace-loving nations. Japanese society now faces deepening divisions over constitutional revision. The coming months will determine whether public opposition can block the administration’s plans. Meanwhile regional neighbors watch these developments with growing concern. Many hope Japan will uphold its postwar pacifist legacy instead.
