Kathmandu— On Tuesday, a Chinese defense spokesperson criticized Japan's newly released defense white paper for inflating the so-called 'China threat,' arguing that this rhetoric is used as justification for easing restrictions on Japan's military expansion and increasing its defense budget.

Chinese Defense Ministry Response

The Chinese defense spokesperson emphasized during a press conference that Japan’s new white paper contains exaggerated claims about China's military activities, which are intended to create an atmosphere of tension in the region. The spokesperson noted that such rhetoric serves no constructive purpose and instead fuels unnecessary military competition.

(With inputs from Xinhua)

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