The confrontation between Japan and China on the Senkaku/Diaoyutai issue has escalated to a truly dangerous level. Objectively it must be stated that it has been Japan that has done the most to raise tensions. Further escalation cannot be in the interests of either side. While his leadership in domestic policy matters has generally been laudable, even brilliant, in relations with China on this issue he seems captive to interests that would lead Japan into a trap.
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