The United States and the United Kingdom are considering a diplomatic boycott for the Beijing Olympics to be held in February next year because of human rights issues. What should Japan do? The Beijing Olympics are two and a half months before the opening. A test tournament is held. Countdown clocks have also been installed in Beijing, and the country is gradually gaining momentum. However, despite the situation in China, such movements are gradually expanding overseas. US President Joe Biden: “(Q. Do you support the” diplomatic boycott “of the Beijing Olympics?)” The other day, US President Joe Biden revealed “diplomatic boycott” at the Beijing Games. “. Only athletes will be dispatched to China to prevent any government representatives who would otherwise attend the ceremonies of the tournament. The reason is “China’s human rights issue.” Yes, speaking of China, many human rights issues have been raised and regarded as problems, such as human rights violations in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region and crackdowns on Hong Kong citizens who appeal for democratization. The United Kingdom was reported to consider diplomatic boycotts to follow these American movements. According to British media, Foreign Minister Truth has strongly criticized the violation of human rights against the Uighurs and has shown a positive intention. Prime Minister Johnson has denied a full boycott of discontinuing the dispatch of athletes, but said that “diplomatic boycotts” from the government and the ruling party are gradually increasing. Then, Japan is … Prime Minister Kishida: “I think each country has its own position and has its own ideas. Japan wants to think about things from the standpoint of Japan.” In response to this situation, there were voices on Twitter asking the pros and cons of boycotting, saying, “I want you to boycott in the face of human rights issues,” “it can’t be helped if you boycott,” and “don’t use the Olympics politically.” On the other hand, some wondered, “Does diplomatic boycott affect China?”
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