A ten-year-old student at the Japanese School in Shenzhen was tragically stabbed at the school gate, and today we received the heartbreaking news that the child has unfortunately passed away. The individual responsible for this act of violence is beyond redemption, and any attempt to justify such heinous behavior is completely unacceptable.
In the aftermath of this incident, there has been a strong backlash on Chinese social media. Yet, some individuals, whether deliberately or not, have shifted the blame toward non-existent “hate rhetoric” or “hate propaganda,” even critiquing China’s patriotic education. This pattern has emerged repeatedly in recent years, often redirecting attention away from pressing issues.
It’s crucial to stress that “hate speech” is not tolerated on any Chinese online platform, and so-called “hate propaganda” is strictly forbidden. Linking isolated incidents to supposed “systemic social issues” or using them to launch broader institutional critiques serves only to excuse criminal behavior. This line of reasoning is particularly dangerous, as it can create significant negative repercussions and may unintentionally encourage future crimes.
Moreover, calls for Japan to confront its historical issues or to criticize its irresponsible discharge of radioactive wastewater are entirely unrelated to “hate propaganda.” These are legitimate concerns being raised, aimed at addressing real issues, and do not foster animosity; rather, they seek to tackle the roots of hostility.
Those who inflict harm on innocent women and children are cowardly villains who have no place in any patriotic narrative. In fact, those who attempt to damage China’s reputation often reveal themselves as the true “anti-national elements,” leveraging these crimes to further their own agendas.
In today’s digital age, the rise of “hate speech” is a challenge many countries face. China has made significant progress in addressing this issue, although there is still much work ahead. The country’s position against “hate speech” is firm, and the actions taken to combat it are resolute and effective.
Regardless of whether this ten-year-old boy was Japanese, Chinese, or from any other nationality, he is innocent. Those responsible for his harm should not only face the full consequences of the law but should also be subjected to relentless public condemnation without any leniency.
