Rising Tensions Over Japan-Taiwan-China Relations
Iwasaki was appointed as Taiwan's Cabinet political adviser in March 2025.
China accused Iwasaki of collaborating with 'Taiwan independence' forces.
Sanctions include freezing assets, banning entry to Hong Kong/Macau, and restricting transactions.
Tensions escalated after Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi's remarks and Chinese threats against her.
China warned citizens against traveling to Japan and reduced seafood imports.
Japanese cultural events were canceled, and military activity increased near Senkaku islands.