TOKYO — China's ongoing criticism of Japan continues to strain diplomatic, security, and trade relations between the two countries. This Japan-bashing campaign, which shows no signs of abating, is seen as part of a broader strategy aimed at weakening the foundations of the U.S.-led order in Asia.

The recent remarks about Taiwan by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi sparked a vigorous response from the Chinese government under leader Xi Jinping. Observers suggest that this pushback may also be indirectly targeting Washington, highlighting the complex triangular tensions involving China, Japan, and the United States in the region.

This dynamic underscores the fragile state of regional relations and the strategic interplay between these major powers in Asia.

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