Overall Highlights

• China emphasizes that the dissolution of Japan’s House of Representatives is an internal matter, reflecting a stance of non-interference.
• Japan is facing economic challenges, with rising consumer prices and corporate struggles against Chinese competition.
• China continues to assert its influence in the global economy, while Japan is navigating its own economic policies and international partnerships.
• Japan’s recent political developments, including the dissolution of its lower house, are seen as critical for upcoming elections.

China Perspective (China Sources)

• China views the dissolution of Japan’s House of Representatives as an internal affair, asserting its non-interference policy.
• Chinese media highlights the importance of stability in Japan’s political landscape, suggesting that such changes should not provoke external commentary.
• China’s economic activities and events, such as the ISU Four Continents Figure Skating Championships, are showcased to emphasize cultural and sporting achievements.

Japan Perspective (Japan Sources)

• Japan’s media reports on the dissolution of the lower house, indicating a significant political shift ahead of elections.
• Japanese outlets express concern over rising consumer prices and the impact of Chinese competition on local industries, such as Suzuki and Nissan.
• Japan is actively engaging in international partnerships, as seen with Google’s investment in a Japanese AI startup, highlighting a focus on innovation and technology.

Sources

This summary is based on 20 articles from the following sources:

1. [en-US] Clergy held as anti-ICE organizers call ‘general strike’ in Minnesota - news.cgtn.com (1/24/2026)
2. [en-US] In pics: women’s free skating at ISU Four Continents Figure Skating Championships in Beijing - 新华网 (1/24/2026)
3. [en-US] Venezuela’s acting president calls for national political dialogue - news.cgtn.com (1/24/2026)
4. [en-US] Dissolution of Japan’s House of Representatives is internal affair: China - China Daily - Global Edition (1/23/2026)
5. [en-US] Why is Takaichi dissolving the lower house and will she win? - news.cgtn.com (1/23/2026)
6. [en-US] Dissolution of Japan’s House of Representatives is internal affair: China - China Daily (1/23/2026)
7. [en-US] Japan’s core consumer prices rise 3.1 pct in 2025 - 新华网 (1/23/2026)
8. [en-US] Japan’s lower house formally dissolved for Feb. 8 election - 新华网 (1/23/2026)
9. [en-US] Japan’s central bank keeps policy rate unchanged, revises economic growth forecasts up - 新华网 (1/23/2026)
10. [en-US] Japan’s lower house formally dissolved - 新华网 (1/23/2026)
11. [en-US] China Wins as Trump Cedes Leadership of the Global Economy - The Japan Times (1/23/2026)
12. [en-US] Yen jumps against dollar on intervention watch - Nikkei Asia (1/23/2026)
13. [en-US] Google invests in Japan unicorn Sakana AI, forms strategic partnership - Nikkei Asia (1/23/2026)
14. [en-US] Suzuki unloads Thai plant to Ford as sales suffer against Chinese rivals - Nikkei Asia (1/23/2026)
15. [en-US] Nissan to sell plants in South Africa to China’s Chery Automobile - Nikkei Asia (1/23/2026)
16. [en-US] TikTok finalizes deal to set up U.S. joint venture - Japan Wire by KYODO NEWS (1/23/2026)
17. [en-US] China says 2 people are dead and 4 are missing after boat capsizes near disputed shoal - 朝日新聞 (1/23/2026)
18. [en-US] Cabinet Office vehicle involved in crash that killed one and injured eight - The Japan Times (1/23/2026)
19. [en-US] Thai conglomerate CP Group’s CEO Suphachai steps down - Nikkei Asia (1/23/2026)
20. [en-US] More child-rearing families in Japan choosing single-story homes - The Japan Times (1/23/2026)