In the latter half of this month, the situation regarding tensions with neighboring countries remains largely unchanged, considering China’s maritime activities and diplomatic posture.​ 

In the East China Sea, thousands of Chinese fishing vessels were mobilized twice, in massive flotillas, revealing China’s enhanced maritime militia capacity.​ It has also been reported that China's oceanographic research in Japan's EEZ has intensified in recent years.​ In the South China Sea, the Philippine authorities issued a report noting a significant increase in the activities of Chinese naval forces near the Philippines last year.​ 

China’s opposition to Prime Minister Takaichi's remarks on a Taiwan contingency continues.​ China has repeatedly criticized these remarks at UN meetings, regardless of the agenda.​ The continued vacancy of Japan's Consul General post is also reported as a countermeasure in response to these remarks.​ 

During this period, Japan held discussions with the US, Europe, India, and others, reaffirming  cooperation in light of the current situation.​