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  1. China seeks to reaffirm bilateral ties with North Korea.
  2. China monitors Japan's military buildup closely, while North Korea accuses Japan of transforming into a war state.
  3. China, Russia, and North Korea issued statements and protests regarding Japan's military buildup and defense policies.
  4. Koizumi's shrine visits are criticized by China, which views them as symbolizing Japan's militarism and defense policy.

Senior officials paid homage at Yasukuni Shrine on August 16, 2026.

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Senior officials paid homage at Yasukuni Shrine on August 16, 2026.

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  1. International friction mounts due to political visits to Yasukuni Shrine.1 source
  2. Senior officials paid homage at Yasukuni Shrine, continuing the pattern of controversial visits.1 source

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