China warns Japan that ‘new militarism’, ‘Takaichinomics’ risk instability

South China Morning Post Political StrategyOpinionEN 1 min read 75% complete by Sylvia MaMarch 24, 2026 at 12:00 PM
China warns Japan that ‘new militarism’, ‘Takaichinomics’ risk instability

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A commentary in China's People's Daily warned Japan against increased military spending and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's economic policies, dubbed "Takaichinomics." The article, published on Tuesday, argues that these policies, involving aggressive public spending and defense investment, will not solve Japan's economic problems, such as the falling yen and energy crisis, but will instead worsen them. The commentary suggests Japan is attempting to mask governance failures with arms spending, a strategy that could exacerbate the country's debt. The piece also highlighted the impact of rising oil prices and a weak yen on the Japanese economy and its citizens. The warning comes amid ongoing diplomatic tensions between China and Japan.

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Political Strategy
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Key Claims (5)

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Takaichinomics is a mix of aggressive public spending and higher investment in defence and economic security.

factual — null90% confidence

The Takaichi administration is pursuing a “political gamble”.

quote — People’s Daily90% confidence

The Takaichi administration’s obsession with militaristic adventurism is a poison that will accelerate its decay.

quote — People's Daily80% confidence

Higher military spending and a “defence bubble” will not save Japan's economy.

prediction — People’s Daily80% confidence

Japan is under the dual squeeze of an “oil premium” and a struggling yen.

factual — People’s Daily70% confidence
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South China Morning Post
Article Type
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Classification Confidence
90%
Geographic Perspective
China

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