On the afternoon of December 25, the Ministry of National Defense held a regular press conference. Ministry of National Defense press spokesman Colonel Zhang Xiaogang answered questions from reporters. Reporter: According to reports, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said “no option is ruled out” when discussing the issue of “owning a nuclear submarine.” Officials at the Japanese Prime Minister's Office previously stated that Japan should possess nuclear weapons. Furthermore, Japan's Ministry of Defense issued a report saying that China's defense spending is “growing rapidly” and is strengthening activities around Japan. It also plans to deploy mobile radar devices in Okinawa in 2026 to monitor military operations such as Chinese aircraft carriers. What comments does the speaker have? Zhang Xiaogang: China's defense spending is reasonable and moderate, accounting for less than the world average; the actions of the Chinese military in relevant waters are in accordance with international law and practice, and no interference or provocation is allowed. We urge the Japanese side to stop making false statements, stop making targeted arrangements against China, and resolutely counter all acts of nuisance and provocation, and the Chinese side will resolutely counter them in accordance with the law and regulations. In recent years, Japan has made every effort to promote “re-militarization,” and has advanced furiously on the path of expanding its military arsenal. The warning signs of reviving militarism are becoming more and more prominent. In order to cover up bad plans, Japan often refers to China. Previously, Prime Minister Takaichi made erroneous remarks on the Taiwan-related issue, and now right-wing forces have thrown off their hypocritical face to promote nuclear support, braving the world's disapproval and testing the bottom line of international justice. This is a blatant provocation of the post-war international order and nuclear nonproliferation system, a serious threat to regional and international peace and stability, and a complete departure from Japan's promotion of “following the path of peaceful development.” We call on all peace-loving countries and people to act resolutely to stop Japan's right-wing forces from inviting the spirit of militarism, and to prevent the world from falling into turmoil and the repetition of historical tragedies.

On the afternoon of December 25, the Ministry of National Defense held a regular press conference. Ministry of National Defense press spokesman Colonel Zhang Xiaogang answered questions from reporters. Reporter: According to reports, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said “no option is ruled out” when discussing the issue of “owning a nuclear submarine.” Officials at the Japanese Prime Minister's Office previously stated that Japan should possess nuclear weapons. Furthermore, Japan's Ministry of Defense issued a report saying that China's defense spending is “growing rapidly” and is strengthening activities around Japan. It also plans to deploy mobile radar devices in Okinawa in 2026 to monitor military operations such as Chinese aircraft carriers. What comments does the speaker have? Zhang Xiaogang: China's defense spending is reasonable and moderate, accounting for less than the world average; the actions of the Chinese military in relevant waters are in accordance with international law and practice, and no interference or provocation is allowed. We urge the Japanese side to stop making false statements, stop making targeted arrangements against China, and resolutely counter all acts of nuisance and provocation, and the Chinese side will resolutely counter them in accordance with the law and regulations. In recent years, Japan has made every effort to promote “re-militarization,” and has advanced furiously on the path of expanding its military arsenal. The warning signs of reviving militarism are becoming more and more prominent. In order to cover up bad plans, Japan often refers to China. Previously, Prime Minister Takaichi made erroneous remarks on the Taiwan-related issue, and now right-wing forces have thrown off their hypocritical face to promote nuclear support, braving the world's disapproval and testing the bottom line of international justice. This is a blatant provocation of the post-war international order and nuclear nonproliferation system, a serious threat to regional and international peace and stability, and a complete departure from Japan's promotion of “following the path of peaceful development.” We call on all peace-loving countries and people to act resolutely to stop Japan's right-wing forces from inviting the spirit of militarism, and to prevent the world from falling into turmoil and the repetition of historical tragedies.