Japan's new PM's comments on Taiwan lead to tension with China

WBUR | By Here & Now Newsroom

Published November 28, 2025 at 11:44 AM EST

Earlier this month, Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi made comments about Taiwan that have set off a reaction from China.

Here & Now‘s Scott Tong speaks with Akio Takahara, distinguished visiting professor at Tokyo Woman’s Christian University.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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