The incident in which the Japanese delegation returned from its visit to China without success has attracted much attention. It is reported that the delegation was made by JapanEconomyLed by Takao Shinto, the head of the association, there are nearly 200 members, including those from JapanEconomyHigh-level officials from associations, Keidanren, Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, etc. During the visit, they held talks with high-level Chinese officials and made three demands: reinstating the visa-free entry policy for Japanese citizens, lifting the ban on Japanese aquatic products, and allaying concerns about China's new counter-espionage law. However, the Japanese side did not receive a satisfactory reply and was unable to achieve substantive results.
With regard to the first request, the Delegation of Japan hoped that China would reinstate the visa-free entry policy for Japanese citizens. InPandemicDuring the period, China suspended to some fromPandemicIssued to citizens of the country in the hardest-hit areasVisas, which includes Japan. withPandemicThe gradual control of the Chinese Consulate in Tokyo is greatEmbassyOn January 29 last year, it was announced that it would resume distribution to Japanese citizensVisas。However, the Japanese side hopes to continue to enjoy the visa-free policy to promote Japanese companies in ChinaInvestments。In response to this request, the Chinese side responded that the visa exemption needs to be implemented in accordance with the principle of reciprocity, that is, the Japanese side is required to grant visa-free treatment to Chinese citizens when they visit Japan. Because it was difficult for Japan to accept this demand, the two sides were at a stalemate.
Regarding the second request, the Japanese side hopes that China will lift the ban on Japanese aquatic products. Previously, Japan** insisted on discharging nuclear sewage into the ocean, triggeringInternationalThere is strong opposition from the community, fearing that it will have a serious impact on the marine ecological environment and human health. For protectionFood safetyand public health,China CustomsThe General Administration of Japan has decided to suspend the import of aquatic products originating in Japan from August last year. However, Japan has no intention of stopping the sea discharge plan, but has asked China to lift the ban, and the Chinese high-level will naturally not agree.
As for the third requirement, the Japanese side hopes that China will dispel concerns about the new version of the "Counter-espionage Law." The Japanese side believes that there is a lack of transparency in the implementation of the law, and hopes to receive a more detailed explanation so that Japanese companies can feel more at ease when doing business in China. The Chinese side has repeatedly stated that the Counter-Espionage Law complies with itInternationalAs long as the business is operating legally, there is no need to worry. However, the Japanese side did not receive a satisfactory answer.
In the face of the futility of this visit, Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Uekawa said that the visit is still meaningful and looks forward to China and JapanEconomyCommunication can be lively. She also stressed that no matter what, the Chinese side has a pushSino-Japanese relationsWe hope that the Japanese side will promote friendly relations between the two countries on the principle of reciprocity, instead of blindly making unreasonable demands and not changing its own erroneous stance.
The incident of the Japanese delegation's visit to China without success has aroused extensive discussion and concern. The delegation was made up of JapanEconomyLed by Takao Shinto, the head of the association, there are nearly 200 members, including those from JapanEconomyHigh-level officials from associations, Keidanren, Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, etc. The purpose of their visit to China is to promote China and JapanEconomyThe exchange put forward three demands: the resumption of the visa-free entry policy, the lifting of the ban on aquatic products, and the elimination of concerns about the "Counter-espionage Law". However, they did not receive a satisfactory response from the Chinese side and failed to achieve substantive results.
First of all, the Japanese side hopes that China will resume the visa-free entry policy for Japanese citizens. InPandemicDuring this period, China has taken effective prevention and control measures, suspending the control of some people coming fromPandemicIssued to citizens of the country in the hardest-hit areasVisas, which includes Japan. withPandemicThe gradual easing of the Chinese Embassy in TokyoEmbassyOn January 29 last year, it was announced that it would resume distribution to Japanese citizensVisas。However, the Japanese side hopes to continue to enjoy the visa-free policy so that business transactions can be more convenient. The Chinese side responded that the visa exemption needs to be implemented in accordance with the principle of reciprocity, and asked the Japanese side to grant visa-free treatment to Chinese citizens when they visit Japan. However, it was difficult for Japan to accept this request and could not reach a consensus.
Second, the Japanese side hopes that China will lift the ban on Japanese aquatic products. Japan** insisted on discharging nuclear sewage into the ocean, triggeringInternationalSociety's concerns and opposition. In order to ensureFood safetyand public health,China CustomsThe General Administration of Japan has decided to suspend the import of aquatic products originating in Japan from August last year. However, Japan has no intention of abandoning the plan to discharge nuclear sewage into the sea, but has asked China to lift the ban on Japanese aquatic products. The Chinese top brass was unable to agree to this request, and the two sides disagreed on the issue.
Third, the Japanese side hopes that China will dispel concerns about the new version of the "Counter-espionage Law." The Japanese side believes that the implementation of the law lacks transparency and hopes to receive more detailed explanations to ensure the safety of Japanese companies doing business in China. The Chinese side has repeatedly stated that the Counter-Espionage Law complies with itInternationalAs long as the business is operating legally, there is no need to worry. However, the Japanese side did not receive a satisfactory response, expressing doubts about the Chinese explanation.
After concluding her visit to China, Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Uekawa said that although the visit did not achieve tangible results, it was still significant. She is looking forward to China and JapanEconomyExchanges can be further promoted and enlivened. She also stressed that the dialogue between China and Japan is very important, and the Chinese side will promote it no matter whatSino-Japanese relationsWe hope that the Japanese side will actively develop Sino-Japanese friendly relations on the basis of reciprocity, instead of unilaterally making unreasonable demands, and will not change its erroneous stance.
In the case of the Japanese delegation's visit to China without success, the differences and difficult problems between China and Japan have once again come to the fore. Japan as a neighbor and importantEconomypartners, maintain close ties with ChinaEconomyContact. The failure of this visit also reflects the need for deeper communication and understanding between China and Japan.
First of all, the visa-free entry policy has become the focus of controversy. His delegation hoped that the visa-free policy would be reinstated in order to make business more convenient. However, the Chinese side demands that it be implemented in accordance with the principle of reciprocity, and hopes that the Japanese side will also grant visa-free treatment to Chinese citizens when they visit Japan. This requirement is difficult for Japan** to accept, as they believe that the visa-free policy may lead to security risks. The two sides were at odds on this issue, which led to the inability to reach a consensus.
Secondly, the ban on aquatic products is also one of the focal points of disagreement between the two countries. China CustomsThe General Administration of Administration has decided to completely suspend the import of aquatic products originating in Japan from August last year to ensure thatFood safetyand public health,However, the Japanese side has no intention of stopping the plan to discharge nuclear sewage into the sea and has asked China to lift the ban. The Chinese high-level believes that protectionFood safetyand public health are priorities and will therefore not accede to this request.
Finally, concerns about the new version of the Espionage Law were also one of the controversies during the visit. The Japanese side hopes that China will dispel concerns about the law, which it believes is a lack of transparency in its implementation and creates uncertainty about Japanese companies doing business in China. The Chinese side has repeatedly stated that the law is in line with the lawInternationalcommon practice, and there is no need to worry about legally operating businesses. However, the Japanese side expressed doubts about the Chinese side's explanation and hoped to receive a more detailed explanation.
Overall, the futility of the visit has exposed the differences between China and Japan on some important issues, which require more in-depth communication and understanding. InSino-Japanese relationsIn the process of improvement, equality and mutual respect are important foundations, and the two sides should resolve differences through dialogue and cooperation to promote the development of bilateral relations.