For Lai "maintaining the status quo" means defending a Taiwan that has a democratic and constitutional system of government, says Professor Yasuhiro Matsuda.
Defense Minister Minoru Kihara was supportive of the Philippines and South Korea while also warning of many security concerns between Japan and China.
In an outburst threatening to drag the Japanese people "into the fire" the Chinese ambassador demonstrated that he is not suitable to be a diplomat.
The leaders of South Korea and Japan have asked Premier Li Qiang of China to stop stoking aggression by an emboldened Kim Jong Un and North...
China used the inauguration of the new Taiwan President Lai Ching-te as "a pretext for provocative and coercive measures."
Regional tensions rise as China conducts massive military exercises near Taiwan. Japanese officials advocate for dialogue and peace amid mounting concerns.
Beijing's reaction to Lai Ching-te's inauguration shows how vital Taiwan is in shaping Asia's future and beyond. Japan must do its part to keep China in...
As Taiwan inaugurates a new president, Japan must work with its neighbor to protect the region. That is the best deterrent to China's tactics of intimidation.
A delegation of Japanese lawmakers cheered Taiwan and its key role in maintaining stability in the Indo-Pacific as Lai Ching-te was sworn in as president.
America's top diplomat Antony Blinken was mindful of Japan's concerns about China's threat to security in the Indo-Pacific as he met with top Chinese leaders.
'One China' means different things to Taiwan and China. Professor Watanabe examines why that is with perspectives from inside Taiwan, China, Japan and the US.
Replying to Kishida's condolences, Taiwan president-elect Wiliam Lai wrote: "Let's continue to help each other, hand in hand, and overcome challenges together."