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Significance
In rapid succession, unprecedented statements, meetings and actions over the last few months indicate stronger Japanese support for Taiwan, and by implication its autonomy from China.
Impacts
Taiwan’s accession to the CPTPP is still unlikely as long as China opposes it and Taiwan continues banning certain Japanese food imports.
Industries depending on high-end semiconductors will benefit from Japan’s diversification of its semiconductor supply chains.
Though he presents himself as tough on China, Japan's new prime minister may turn out to be more risk-averse on Taiwan.
Keywords:
Japan,
AP,
Taiwan,
China,
United States,
international relations,
defence,
foreign policy,
military,
security
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