Summary
Chinese airlines have canceled flights to Japan on 49 routes due to tensions over Taiwan, impacted by Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's comments. The cancellations affect Japan's travel sector and come before a snap election in Japan. China has also announced restrictions on exports of important materials to Japan.
Key Facts
- Chinese airlines canceled flights on 49 routes to Japan.
- The cancellations impact over 47% of China-Japan flight routes.
- Cancellations followed travel warnings from China's Foreign Ministry.
- Chinese airlines extended deadlines for refunds and rebooking until March 28.
- Japan was a top destination for Chinese travelers last year during this peak season.
- China restricted exports of rare earth elements to Japan, used in technology and military systems.
- Tensions rose after Japanese PM Takaichi remarked on potential military interventions related to Taiwan.
- China's Foreign Ministry reiterated its claim over Taiwan, citing Japan's actions as antagonistic.
