China's Foreign Ministry warns citizens against travelling to Japan during the Chinese New Year holiday, via Xinhua

The warning from China’s Foreign Ministry against traveling to Japan during the Chinese New Year holiday suggests rising tensions and could signal broader geopolitical strains.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 26 Jan 2026, 09:32 UTCOn the live feed at 09:12 UTC — 1 more headline followed before this page went public

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This could impact tourism flows and affect sectors linked to consumer spending and travel, potentially weighing on Japanese equities and the yen. Traders should monitor related asset classes for volatility as sentiment evolves.

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