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Aircraft from Chinese carrier conducted 100-plus landings and takeoffs in waters near Okinawan islands

National May 10, 2022

Aircraft from Chinese carrier conducted 100-plus landings and takeoffs in waters near Okinawan islands

by Jesse Johnson

Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi said the operations had taken place in waters southwest of Okinawa Prefecture’s Okidaito and Ishigaki islands — the closest to Japan to date.

Japan and U.S. to deepen ties to deter use of force in Indo-Pacific

National May 5, 2022

Japan and U.S. to deepen ties to deter use of force in Indo-Pacific

by Miya Tanaka

At the outset of talks in the U.S., Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi said Russia's war is "a serious challenge" and raised concern over any use of force in the Indo-Pacific.

U.S. and Japan defense chiefs to meet Wednesday to discuss Ukraine war and China

National Apr 30, 2022

U.S. and Japan defense chiefs to meet Wednesday to discuss Ukraine war and China

Russia's invasion of Ukraine is generating renewed awareness in Japan of the need for deterrence and enhanced readiness against any possible attempt to change the status quo in the region.

LDP proposal heralds big changes for Japan's security policies

National | FOCUS Apr 27, 2022

LDP proposal heralds big changes for Japan's security policies

by Jesse Johnson

Touting need to break precedent, the ruling party has recommended that Japan acquire "counterattack capabilities" and boost defense spending to 2% of GDP within five years.

Japan defense minister eyes U.S. trip in early May amid Ukraine war

National / Politics Apr 21, 2022

Japan defense minister eyes U.S. trip in early May amid Ukraine war

Kishi is expected to also discuss how to deal with North Korea's missile launches and affirm with Austin the importance of enhancing their bilateral alliance as a deterrent against China.

Japan to send protective suits, masks and drones to Ukraine

National Apr 19, 2022

Japan to send protective suits, masks and drones to Ukraine

by Jesse Johnson

The decision to provide the defense equipment to Ukraine comes after reports of a possible Russian chemical weapons attack on the besieged city of Mariupol last week.

Russia-Ukraine crisis far away for most in Japan, but not in Hokkaido

National Apr 15, 2022

Russia-Ukraine crisis far away for most in Japan, but not in Hokkaido

by Eric Johnston

More visible demonstrations of Moscow's military power on and around Russian-held, Japanese-claimed islands off Hokkaido are generating concerns among residents.

Japan, Philippines to aim for new defense cooperation pact

National Apr 9, 2022

Japan, Philippines to aim for new defense cooperation pact

After their first "two-plus-two" talks, the nations objected to "unlawful maritime claims, militarization, coercive activities and threat or use of force in the South China Sea."

Japan and Philippines to hold first 'two-plus-two' security talks on Saturday

National / Politics Apr 5, 2022

Japan and Philippines to hold first 'two-plus-two' security talks on Saturday

The talks are aimed at enhancing cooperation in countering China's increasing maritime assertiveness in the South and East China seas.

Japan defense chief looks to 'drastically' boost defense capabilities

National Apr 5, 2022

Japan defense chief looks to 'drastically' boost defense capabilities

Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi said his ministry will go ahead with discussions on a controversial plan that would allow Japan to acquire so-called enemy base strike capabilities.

Japan and U.S. hold F-35 stealth fighter joint drill for first time

National Mar 15, 2022

Japan and U.S. hold F-35 stealth fighter joint drill for first time

The Air Self-Defense Force said Tuesday it conducted its first joint exercise with the U.S. Air Force involving their respective F-35A advanced stealth fighter jets. The drill over the Sea of Japan off northeastern Japan last Thursday marked "a major milestone in the improvement of ...

How Russia quietly built up its military presence in Asia

National | FOCUS Mar 9, 2022

How Russia quietly built up its military presence in Asia

by Eric Johnston

Japan and its neighbors are pondering what further cooperation between Russia and China could mean for the region.

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