Two Japanese Nationals Arrested in Dalian; Beijing States They Must Abide by Chinese Laws and Regulations

(CNA Taipei, July 1) Regarding the case of two Japanese employees of Fuji Electric arrested in Dalian, Liaoning Province, China in June, China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated today that the case is being processed and urged the Japanese side to educate and remind Japanese citizens and companies in China to comply with Chinese laws and regulations.

Following former Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's "Taiwan Contingency" remarks last year, Sino-Japanese relations have entered a period of comprehensive and high tension, affecting political, economic, cultural, and tourism sectors. Amidst rising Chinese nationalism, the safety of Japanese nationals in China has also drawn significant public attention.

According to a report by The Paper, a Japanese media outlet today inquired about the case of Japanese citizens taken into compulsory measures in Dalian, asking about the current progress of the case and whether there are other law enforcement cases involving Japanese companies or citizens. Furthermore, the Japanese media also asked if recent actions by the Chinese side have given the impression of not prioritizing Sino-Japanese economic and trade relations, and whether China is willing to further promote Sino-Japanese economic and trade relations under the current circumstances.

In response, Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated that the relevant case is being handled in accordance with the law. He added that Chinese competent authorities investigate and handle illegal and criminal cases according to law, and the Japanese side should educate and remind Japanese citizens and companies in China to abide by Chinese laws and regulations.

Guo Jiakun further commented, "Regarding the Sino-Japanese economic and trade relations you mentioned, I suggest you ask the relevant Chinese competent authorities," "In fact, we have also noted that Chinese competent authorities have repeatedly clarified their stance, and we believe your impression is incorrect."

Guo Jiakun claimed that China has repeatedly pointed out that the current severe difficulties in Sino-Japanese relations stem from a series of erroneous remarks and actions by the Japanese ruling authorities concerning "China's Taiwan and military security fields," and that "the responsibility lies entirely with the Japanese side."

He retorted, "We would also like to ask Japanese policymakers if they can respect China's core interests and stop interfering in China's internal affairs; if they can adhere to the spirit of the four political documents between China and Japan, maintain the political foundation of Sino-Japanese relations and the necessary environment for economic and trade cooperation; and if they can reflect and correct their mistakes, and demonstrate sincerity in promoting the return of Sino-Japanese relations to the right track with practical actions." (Editor: Lu Jia-rong / Zhu Jian-ling) 1150701

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