Taiwan President Shows Solidarity with Japan Through Sushi Lunch Amid Rising China Tensions

Nov 20, 2025 07:08 pm CST

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te publicly shared images of himself enjoying Japanese sushi as a gesture of support for Japan amid escalating tensions with China over Prime Minister Takaichi's Taiwan comments. The diplomatic standoff has led to reported Chinese restrictions on Japanese imports, while Taiwan and the US reaffirm their support for Japan in the face of economic pressure from Beijing.