The diplomatic fallout between China and Japan continues after Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks earlier this month about military intervention in a hypothetical blockade of Taiwan.

C hinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning on Monday pushed back against suggestions from Japanese officials that China was overreacting, telling reporters the prime minister had violated the spirit of existing agreements between the two countries. "We urge the Japanese side to stop crossing the line and playing with fire, retract its erroneous words and deeds, and effectively reflect its commitment to China in practical actions," she said.

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Takaichi made her controversial statement during a parliamentary committee meeting on November 7, saying a Chinese military bloc

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