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First up, senior Chinese diplomat Wang Yi has urged Japan to correct
the erroneous words and deeds from its leaders regarding the Taiwan question.
He made remarks in a meeting with President Takashi Iwaiya
with the Japanese Association for the Promotion of International Trade in Beijing.
Wang Yi said that Japan should learn from history, adopt a correct attitude towards historical issues,
and develop an objective and rational perception of China.
Ewaya said that the current state of China-Japan relations is concerning,
pledging to promote bilateral ties based on the four political documents between China and Japan.
So, for more joining us now on the line is Dr. Rongying,
Chair Professor with the School of International Studies, Sichuan University.
Thank you very much for joining us, Dr. Rongying.
First of all, why do you think the Japanese Association for the Promotion of International Trade has kept engagement
with senior Chinese officials at a time when China-Japan relations are encountering severe challenges?