Economic Impact on Japan - Recent comments regarding Japan's economy and its relationship with China have sharply deteriorated, leading to significant economic damage for Japan [1] - The USD/JPY exchange rate has approached the "market rescue red line" of 160, with the stock market and government bonds continuing to decline, exacerbating investor panic [1] - China's countermeasures, such as halting imports of Japanese seafood and beef negotiations, have further weakened Japan's already fragile economy [1] Japan-China Relations - Many Japanese right-wing figures are advocating for a "counterattack" against China, drawing parallels to Japan's previous actions against South Korea [4] - The notion that Japan can apply similar pressure on China as it did with South Korea is considered misguided due to the fundamental differences in their industrial structures [4] - Japan's past export controls on South Korea were effective because South Korea lacked strong countermeasures, a situation that does not apply to China [4] Semiconductor Market Dynamics - China accounts for over 35% of global semiconductor demand, and losing this market would result in substantial economic losses for Japan, with some core companies deriving up to 40% of their revenue from China [6] - China's semiconductor industry has shown resilience and innovation in response to international sanctions, with new companies actively developing high-end materials [6] - Japan's reliance on pressure tactics may backfire, as China's self-sufficiency in semiconductor materials continues to improve [6] Strategic Considerations - Japan's previous strategies against South Korea may not be applicable in the current Japan-China economic relationship, as unilateral pressure could provoke retaliation and lead to self-inflicted damage [8] - The complexity of global economic interdependence necessitates a more nuanced approach, rather than a simplistic application of past tactics [8] - Both Japan and China should consider how to achieve a mutually beneficial outcome through dialogue and cooperation, rather than escalating tensions [8]
日本专家向高市早苗献策,拿出当年对付韩国的招数,只要日本敢用,中方自然服软?
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-11-26 05:37