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Former KMT leaders criticize Japanese PM's Taiwan remarks
China News | English | News | Nov. 18, 2025 | Geopolitical Conflict and Disputes
Former Kuomintang (KMT) leaders in Taiwan have strongly criticized Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent remarks regarding Taiwan. Takaichi warned that potential Chinese military actions near Taiwan could threaten Japan's survival, suggesting the possibility of extended collective self-defense.
Ma Ying-jeou, former KMT chairman and Taiwan leader, condemned Takaichi's proactive stance as dangerously reminiscent of Japanese right-wing militarism. He urged caution in her words and actions, particularly given the historical context of the 80th anniversary of Japan's defeat in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and Taiwan's return to China. Ma said the comments undermine the desires of Taiwanese people for peace and stability.
Hung Hsiu-chu, former KMT chairwoman, also denounced Takaichi’s comments as provocative, misleading, and dangerously escalating tensions. She argued that Taiwan should not be used as a pawn or platform for Japanese interference, highlighting Japan's unresolved historical issues and lack of legitimacy to intervene. Hung stressed that the Taiwan question arises from the Chinese civil war and is a matter for both sides of the Taiwan Strait to resolve, warning foreign incursions would fail.
Both Ma and Hung concluded that the Taiwan question must be settled peacefully by the Chinese people on both sides of the Strait without foreign meddling.