参政神谷氏、自衛官の大使館侵入「日本に非がある、謝罪は不要」「中国の主張認めることに」
Sanseitō's Kamiya Sohei has sparked controversy by stating that while Japan was at fault in a past incident where a Self-Defense Force member allegedly intruded into the Chinese Embassy, the Japanese government's apology at the time was unnecessary.
Kamiya argued that an apology would amount to acknowledging China's claims.
His remarks have ignited widespread debate online regarding his true intentions and Japan's diplomatic stance.
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Sanseitō and Sohei Kamiya
Sanseitō is a relatively new political organization founded in April 2020, garnering some support from those dissatisfied with existing political parties. Its main platforms include "food and health," "education," "environment," and "the state of the nation," with a strong emphasis on nationalistic aspects such as respecting traditional culture, criticizing globalism, and strengthening self-defense. They actively use the internet and social media to disseminate information from their unique perspective. Sohei Kamiya is the leader of Sanseitō and its theoretical backbone. He previously engaged in political activities as a local assembly member and through running political academies, and is known for his strong communication skills on platforms like YouTube. His statements often offer unique analyses and criticisms of current international and domestic issues, differing from mainstream media or government views. While supporters praise him for "hitting the core," critics sometimes label his views as "conspiratorial" or "unrealistic." His remarks regarding the SDF member's embassy intrusion can be interpreted as part of his political philosophy, which criticizes existing government responses and emphasizes Japan's autonomy. His statements frequently introduce new perspectives and points of contention in defense and foreign policy debates that cannot be fully captured by traditional liberal-conservative frameworks. His influence is expanding not only through traditional media but also through grassroots activities via social media, bringing a new dynamic to Japan's political discourse.
Vienna Convention (on Diplomatic Relations)
The Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations is a multilateral treaty that forms the basis of international law concerning diplomatic relations. It was adopted in 1961 and entered into force in 1964, with over 190 countries having ratified it today. The primary purpose of this treaty is to facilitate smooth diplomatic relations between states by guaranteeing the activities of diplomatic missions and ensuring their safety and independence. Specifically, it stipulates the inviolability of diplomatic missions (such as embassies), the personal inviolability of diplomats, immunity of diplomats from criminal jurisdiction (diplomatic immunity), and the inviolability of diplomatic communications. These provisions are designed to allow diplomats to represent their sending state and perform their duties in the receiving state without undue political pressure or interference. For example, the premises of a diplomatic mission (embassy or consulate) cannot be freely entered or searched by the police or judicial authorities of the host state without consent, and property within the mission is exempt from seizure. The "intrusion" by a Self-Defense Force member into an embassy, which is the subject of the current issue, would likely be considered a violation of this inviolability of the mission and could constitute a serious breach of international law. There have been numerous past incidents, such as unauthorized entry into embassy grounds or obstruction by protesters, that escalated into international problems under the Vienna Convention. This treaty plays an indispensable role in maintaining order among states and building peaceful diplomatic relations in the international community, and respect for its principles is an international obligation required of all countries.
Extraterritoriality / Inviolability of Embassies
The term "extraterritoriality" is a historical concept once used in areas such as foreign concessions, and in modern international law, "diplomatic immunity" or "inviolability of diplomatic missions" are more accurate expressions. The inviolability of an embassy is one of the most important principles established by the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, prohibiting the host government authorities from entering, searching, or seizing property within an embassy's premises without its consent. This principle can sometimes lead to the misunderstanding that an embassy's premises are "part of the sending state's territory," but this is not strictly true. An embassy's premises are still within the territory of the receiving state, but the premises, property, and archives are deemed "inviolable," granting them a special legal status where the receiving state's police and judicial powers do not apply. This is an essential measure to enable diplomatic missions to conduct their activities freely without undue interference from the host country. For instance, even if an incident occurs within an embassy, the host country's police cannot enter without the ambassador's permission. Similarly, if political asylum seekers take refuge in an embassy, the host country cannot forcibly enter the embassy citing the inviolability of the mission. The incident of a Self-Defense Force member's "embassy intrusion," if factual, would constitute a violation of this inviolability of the diplomatic mission, potentially leading to a serious diplomatic issue and undermining trust between nations, drawing international condemnation. All nations are therefore obligated to respect this principle of inviolability and ensure the safety of diplomatic missions.