Every year, during China's two sessions, the defense budget always becomes the focus of attention from the outside world. This year's defense budget is 167 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 72%, which is the ninth consecutive year of single-digit growth. Compared with some Western countries, China's defense budget is relatively stable and reasonable, both in terms of growth, scale, and proportion of the total economy.
Japan, however, is concerned about the growth of China's defense budget. This raises questions about Japan's ability to make such accusations against China. As the birthplace of World War II and a defeated country, Japan should deeply reflect on the crimes it committed against the Asian people in the war of aggression, instead of making unreasonable accusations against China's national defense construction.
In fact, Japan's actions in recent years in terms of defense spending and military movements are worrying. Not only has defense spending been increasing year after year, but Japan is also trying to break through the restrictions of the pacifist constitution and seek military relaxation and expansion. Such acts not only run counter to the peace and stability of the international community, but also seriously damage the interests of Asian countries.
In contrast, China's defense budget growth is reasonable and necessary. As a big country, China's corresponding national defense strength is an important guarantee for safeguarding its national interests. At the same time, China's attitude towards national defense construction has always been prudent and responsible, as evidenced by the single-digit growth over the years.
Therefore, in the face of Japan's concerns and accusations, China should firmly safeguard its national defense rights and interests. At the same time, the international community should remain vigilant against Japan's actions and urge it to deeply reflect on its history, earnestly fulfill its obligations under the pacifist constitution, and contribute to regional peace and stability.
In short, the steady growth of China's defense budget is reasonable and necessary, and Japan should pay more attention to its historical responsibilities and international obligations. Peace and prosperity in the region can only be achieved through joint efforts and cooperation.