Japan's GSDF begins nationwide drills for first time since Cold War
The exercises will be carried out until the end of November, with the aim of strengthening the ability to defend remote islands amid China's ramped-up regional assertiveness.
Amid China's rise, Japan defense chief says Tokyo and Hanoi have 'same destiny'
Kishi stressed the need for Vietnam and other regional partners to work together and address security issues amid the present "harsh reality."
Japan inks deal to export defense assets to Vietnam amid concerns over China
The accord was inked in Hanoi during Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi's first trip overseas after assuming the post last year.
Japan defense minister inspects British aircraft carrier in show of unity
The inspection came as the two nations deepen their defense cooperation in response to China's military buildup and assertive territorial claims in the region.
Japan and Pacific nations vow to tighten defense ties for maritime order
The representatives agreed on the need for their "mutual understanding and trust-building to address challenges for regional security."
With eye on China, Japan to revise five-year defense plan ahead of schedule
The plan could be updated within the year, with Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga and Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi having agreed earlier this month that some changes are necessary.
China and South Korea blast defense chief Nobuo Kishi's visit to Yasukuni
Kishi's act reflects "Japan's wrong attitude toward its history of aggression and its sinister intention to challenge the postwar international order," a statement by China said.
British aircraft carrier strike group to make port calls in Japan in September
Defense chief Nobuo Kishi unveiled the plan, apparently intended to counter China's rising assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific region, after meeting with his British counterpart in Tokyo.
Japanese and British defense ministers to hold talks in Tokyo
The politicians will aim to coordinate joint exercises involving the Self-Defense Forces and a British aircraft carrier strike group dispatched to the western Pacific
Deputy PM says Japan must defend Taiwan with U.S.
With the remarks, Aso became the most senior government official to state a clear scenario in which the SDF would be deployed to help defend another country or region.
Senior Japanese defense official says democracies must back up Taiwan and stand up to China
The state minister of defense has suggested that Japan, the U.S. and other countries re-examine their decisions to follow the “One China” policy that recognizes Beijing instead of Taipei.
