TOKYO, Apr 30 (News On Japan) - A sharp exchange unfolded at the review conference of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) in New York, where China accused Japan of seeking to deploy nuclear weapons belonging to its allies, prompting a firm rebuttal from Tokyo.
China’s representative claimed that Japan is pushing to revise its Constitution and its Three Non-Nuclear Principles, while expanding long-range strike capabilities and attempting to host nuclear weapons from allied nations.
During discussions focused on nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation, the Chinese delegation argued that Japan’s pursuit of nuclear weapons has become increasingly realistic since the launch of the Takashi administration, asserting that such a development must be firmly prevented.
In response, Japan’s representative rejected the allegations, emphasizing that the country continues to uphold its Three Non-Nuclear Principles, which prohibit the possession, production, and introduction of nuclear weapons.
The Japanese side added that it remains committed to actively contributing toward the realization of a world free of nuclear weapons, underscoring its longstanding policy stance in the face of growing regional tensions.
Source: TBS
