It is also conceivable that genuine apologies may be counterproductive, because they trigger a backlash from local extremists, which may in turn fuel even more flames on the other side. I would, however, resist the conclusion that Japan’s apologies have been a net negative in this respect.
真正的道歉也可能适得其反，因为道歉可能激起当地极端分子的反弹，进而为对方的情绪火上浇油。但我不同意日本的道歉会带来纯粹的副作用。