Japan's militarism, aggression under pretext of "survival threat" must never be repeated in history: Chinese FM

JAPAN'S militarism and aggression under the pretext of a so-called "survival-threatening situation" are lessons from history that must never be repeated, said Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday.

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Wang Yi lauds UAE, Saudi Arabia and Jordan for supporting China's sovereignty and reunification efforts.
He calls on peace-loving nations to oppose militarism and colonial aggression worldwide.
Wang's remarks follow his diplomatic visits to the three Arab states from Dec 12 to 16.

Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, made the remarks in an interview with the Chinese media following his visits to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Jordan from Dec 12 to 16.

He praised the three Arab states for firmly adhering to the one-China principle, supporting China in safeguarding its national sovereignty and territorial integrity, and backing China's efforts in realizing national reunification.

Wang said all the peace-loving countries must be vigilant against and oppose the resurgence of militarism and the acts that justify colonial aggression.