China has issued strong warnings to Japan concerning Tokyo’s refusal to retract Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments hinting at military intervention in Taiwan Strait affairs. Beijing stated that Japan would pay a heavy price if it dared to interfere, emphasizing that the Taiwan question is an internal Chinese matter.

• Sanae Takaichi on November 7 hinted at military intervention in Taiwan Strait affairs if it became a “survival-threatening situation” for Japan.
• Chinese Vice-Foreign Minister Sun Weidong summoned Japanese Ambassador Kenji Kanasugi, demanding immediate retraction of the remarks.
• Senior Colonel Jiang Bin of the Ministry of National Defense warned of a “crushing defeat” for Japan if it interfered militarily in Taiwan.
• Lyu Yaodong, a research fellow, noted this was the first time a Japanese Prime Minister publicly linked a "survival-threatening situation" to Taiwan.

The CNS Sichuan, China’s largest and most advanced amphibious assault ship, has commenced its maiden sea trial from Shanghai. This marks a significant development for the People's Liberation Army Navy’s capabilities.

• The CNS Sichuan is over 40,000 metric tons and is the first in the Type 076 class.
• The vessel is equipped with an electromagnetic launch system, making it the first Chinese amphibious assault ship capable of deploying fixed-wing drones.
• The maiden voyage, launched from Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding, will verify the reliability and performance of the ship’s electric and propulsion systems.

China has strongly protested the United States' latest arms sale to Taiwan, warning against supporting "Taiwan independence" separatists. This marks the first such sale under President Donald Trump's second term, drawing sharp condemnation from Beijing.

• The arms package consists of aircraft parts worth about $330 million.
• Chen Binhua, spokesman for the State Council Taiwan Affairs Office, stated the sales undermine China's sovereignty and security interests.
• China urged the US to adhere to the one-China principle and the three China-US joint communiques.