Historical Events tagged with "twenty-one demands"
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Politics & Government
Japan's Twenty-One Demands on China
January 18th, 1915 110 years ago
In January 1915, Japan submitted a set of demands to the Republic of China, known as the 'Twenty-One Demands.' These demands aimed to expand Japan's influence in China and were presented during a time of heightened tensions and instability in East Asia. The demands included additional rights in Chinese territories, control over key resources, and concessions that would enhance Japan's political and economic power in the region. Despite initial negotiations, China's rejection of many demands resulted in diplomatic strains.
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