PM Takaichi defends remarks on Japan's involvement in Taiwan contingency

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on Monday defended her remarks in parliament regarding Japan's potential involvement of its defense forces in the event of a Taiwan emergency, insisting they do not contradict the previous government's stance.Some critics saw her statement on Friday that a Chinese military attack on Taiwan could allow Japan to use force under its pacifist Constitution as a deviation, as government officials have not usually been as specific on the sensitive matter for Beijing.At a parliamentary committee session on Monday, Takaichi -- who took office just weeks ago -- denied he…READ FULL ARTICLE