Ministry of National Defense: Lai Ching-te's Obsequiousness to Japan and Colonial Attitudes are Disgraceful
On the afternoon of March 26, the Ministry of Defense held a regular press conference, where Colonel Jiang Bin, Deputy Director of the Ministry of Defense News Bureau and spokesperson for the Ministry of Defense, answered reporters' questions.
Reporter: Recently, Lai Ching-te stated during an event that Japan's colonization of Taiwan was to promote the "Greater East Asia Co-Prosperity Sphere." This statement has been criticized by public opinion on the island as "endorsing Japanese militarism," causing strong dissatisfaction. What is your comment on this?
Jiang Bin: Lai Ching-te's shocking and bottomless remarks that obliterate conscience, along with his sycophantic attitude towards Japan, are disgraceful. It is well known that Japanese militarism, under the banner of "co-prosperity," engaged in acts of burning, killing, looting, and enslaving people. Lai Ching-te ignores the heinous crimes committed by Japanese invaders who slaughtered and harmed hundreds of thousands of Taiwanese compatriots, betraying history to advocate for colonialism. Such a national traitor will surely be nailed to the pillar of shame in history.
The Ministry of National Defense of Taiwan criticized Lai Ching-te for his remarks on Japanese colonialism, stating they reflect a shameful attitude and disregard for historical atrocities. This criticism comes after Lai suggested that Japan's colonial rule was aimed at promoting an 'East Asian Co-Prosperity Sphere,' which has drawn significant backlash from the public.
- Lai Ching-te made comments about Japanese colonialism in Taiwan.
- The Ministry of National Defense criticized Lai's remarks as shameful and lacking historical awareness.
- The comments sparked strong public backlash in Taiwan.