On July 10, 2025, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya in Kuala Lumpur.

Wang Yi said that China and Japan are important close neighbors and the relationship between the two countries is of far-reaching significance beyond the bilateral scope. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, which is an important opportunity to face up to history and forge ahead into the future. Having a correct perception of and attitude to history has always been a question of morality and of the times that the Japanese side must confront and answer. Wang Yi expressed the hope that the Japanese side will draw profound lessons from history and adhere to the path of peaceful development. On this basis, the two sides can jointly advance the strategic relationship of mutual benefit and strive to build a constructive and stable China-Japan relationship fit for the new era, providing more certainty and new impetus for development to the region and the world.

Wang Yi stated that China's policy toward Japan has always maintained stability and continuity. Recently, exchanges and interactions at all levels and in all fields between the two sides have become increasingly active, and bilateral relations have shown a momentum of improvement and development. This hard-won situation deserves to be cherished and consolidated. Wang Yi expressed the hope that the Japanese side will establish an objective and correct understanding of China and uphold a positive and rational policy toward China. The four political documents between China and Japan have made clear stipulations on the Taiwan question. The Japanese side must strictly abide by them, match its words with actions, and safeguard the political foundation of bilateral relations.

Takeshi Iwaya said that Japan-China relations have made a series of positive progress recently, demonstrating the state of bilateral relations as they should be. It is necessary for the two countries to further enhance communication, reduce differences, expand cooperation and promote the stable development of the Japan-China strategic relationship of mutual benefit. The Japanese side has not changed its position on the Taiwan question as stated in the 1972 Japan-China Joint Statement. This year marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. The Japanese side will take history seriously, look to the future, and continue to follow the path of peaceful development. The Japanese side looks forward to making joint efforts with the Chinese side to strengthen exchanges at all levels and promote cooperation in various fields.

The two sides also had a candid and in-depth exchange of views on issues of common interest and concern.