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Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae has dissolved the lower house of parliament and called for a snap election. Professor Tsai Hsi-hsun of Tamkang University discusses what the outcome could mean for China and Taiwan.
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00:00Recent polling suggests that prices and the cost of living are at the top of most Japanese voters' concerns.
00:06But does the average Japanese voter feel any pressure from China or concerns about national security that could sway the way they vote?
00:30What do you think China makes of this election?
01:00The ruling coalition no longer includes the more China-friendly party, the Komeito.
01:04If it's possible, China will be forced to vote for Japan.
01:10If it's possible, China will be forced to vote for Japan.
01:14If it's possible, China will be forced to vote for the Komeito.
01:20And what could the results of this election mean for Taiwan? Do you see any impact on Japan-Taiwan relations?
01:50The government will be able to change the relationship between China and China.
01:56But in the military, the government will be able to change the relationship between China and China.
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