Core Viewpoint - The president of the China Japan Chamber of Commerce, Tetsuro Honma, emphasizes that the risk of being detained in China is low if companies engage in normal business activities without external intelligence gathering [2][6]. Group 1: Risks and Concerns - Since the implementation of China's Anti-Spy Law in 2014, at least 17 Japanese individuals have been detained, raising concerns among Japanese nationals in China [4]. - A recent case involved a male employee from Astellas Pharma, who was sentenced to 3 years and 6 months for espionage, highlighting the risks associated with intelligence activities [4]. - The Japan Chamber of Commerce has urged the Japanese government to clarify what constitutes risky behavior to prevent business personnel from being involved in intelligence gathering [5]. Group 2: Safety Measures - Following incidents of violence against Japanese nationals, companies like Panasonic have allowed employees and their families to temporarily return to Japan to ensure their safety [7]. - A survey of approximately 8,000 Japanese companies in China revealed that 60% plan to maintain or increase their investments, contingent on the safety of Japanese nationals [6][7]. Group 3: Future Engagement with China - The Japanese labor force is declining, making it crucial for Japan to leverage China's innovation to maintain competitiveness [8]. - The Japan Chamber of Commerce aims to promote economic exchanges with China while distancing itself from intelligence collection activities [9].