[Ministry of Defense: Japan’s insistence on provoking confrontation between the two camps is unpopular] On October 29, the Ministry of National Defense held a regular press conference. The spokesperson of the Ministry of National Defense, Colonel Zhang Xiaogang, answered reporters’ questions. Reporter: According to reports, the United States and Japan recently held the largest-ever "Sharp Sword 27" joint exercise, which focused on island competition. The Japanese Self-Defense Force put Type 25 surface-to-ship missiles into the exercise. In addition, the US Marine Corps expeditionary ship interception system was deployed for the first time on Yonaguni Island, which is closest to Taiwan. Any comment on this? Zhang Xiaogang: The Asia-Pacific is a highland for peaceful development. Only those who conform to the general trend of peace can go far. Those who insist on provoking confrontation among the camps are unpopular. Japan caters to some countries and engages in so-called joint exercises, develops and deploys medium- and long-range missiles, continues to strengthen military deployment on the southwestern islands, and accelerates "remilitarization." It is becoming a real threat to regional security. The Taiwan issue is purely China's internal affairs, and we will never allow external forces to interfere with China's Taiwan region. No one should underestimate China's strong determination, firm will, and strong capabilities to defend its national sovereignty and territorial integrity. If it attempts to "use Taiwan to contain China" or even engages in military provocation beyond its own control, it will surely pay an unbearable price.