Geopolitical Risk & Sino-Japanese Relations - China's Foreign Ministry sanctions Japanese Senator Ishii Taira (石平) for spreading misinformation on Taiwan, Diaoyu Islands, history, Xinjiang, Tibet, and Hong Kong issues [1] - The sanction is due to Ishii Taira's (石平) alleged violation of the spirit of the four Sino-Japanese political documents and the One China principle [1] - The sanction is also due to Ishii Taira's (石平) alleged interference in China's internal affairs and damage to China's sovereignty and territorial integrity [1] Sanctions & Restrictions - China will freeze Ishii Taira's (石平) assets (movable and immovable) and other types of property within China [1] - Chinese organizations and individuals are prohibited from engaging in transactions and cooperation with Ishii Taira (石平) [1] - Visa restrictions and entry bans (including Hong Kong and Macau) are imposed on Ishii Taira (石平) and his immediate family members [1]

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese mission to the EU expresses strong dissatisfaction and firm opposition to the EU's statement regarding the implementation of the Hong Kong National Security Law, emphasizing that Hong Kong affairs are purely China's internal matters and should not be interfered with by external forces [1]. Group 1 - The implementation of the Hong Kong National Security Law and related regulations has led to an improved legal and business environment in Hong Kong, further consolidating the foundation for long-term prosperity and stability [1]. - The rights and freedoms of Hong Kong citizens are better protected in a safer environment since the enactment of the National Security Law [1]. - The principle of rule of law is emphasized, stating that laws must be followed and violations will be punished, rejecting any attempts to evade legal consequences under the guise of "democracy and freedom" [1]. Group 2 - The Chinese mission urges the EU to adhere to international law principles and basic norms of international relations, respecting China's sovereignty and the rule of law in Hong Kong [1]. - The statement calls for the EU to cease any form of interference in Hong Kong affairs and China's internal matters [1].

Core Viewpoint - The Taiwan issue is strictly an internal matter of China, and any foreign interference is not acceptable. The Chinese government firmly opposes the U.S. Defense Secretary's remarks regarding cross-strait relations, viewing them as an attempt to justify interference in Taiwan affairs for U.S. political interests [1]. Group 1 - The Chinese government asserts that the U.S. is continuously promoting the so-called "China threat theory" and escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait to serve its own political agenda [1]. - The Chinese spokesperson emphasizes the need for the U.S. to adhere to the One China principle and the three joint communiqués between China and the U.S. [1]. - The Chinese government calls for the U.S. to stop sending any erroneous signals to "Taiwan independence" separatist forces and to cease its provocative actions in the Taiwan Strait [1].