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The latest feud between the East Asian giants is unlikely to end soon
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In a time of higher inflation, a falling yen and rising bond yields make a noxious blend

The prime minister’s hopes for her snap election depend on their ardour

Takaichi Sanae wants bigger budgets, better spooks and a stronger arms industry

Politicians are at loggerheads over how to remember the past

Neither side sees backing down as an option

It is a sign of worsening relations with China