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China, North Korea and Russia represent biggest security challenge since World War II, Japan says
Japan is facing its most severe security environment since World War II as three potential adversaries in East Asia – China, ...
USNI News19h
Pacific Military Balance Tilting in China’s Favor, Says New Defense of Japan Report
Officials in Tokyo released their Defense of Japan 2025 white paper this week with findings the international community is ...
The Manila Times on MSN1d
Japan: China’s army activities could ‘seriously impact’ security
Japan said on Tuesday that China’s intensifying military activities could “seriously impact” its security, citing the first ...
Taiwan tensions may heighten as Beijing boosts military activities: Japan defence report
Japan’s defence minister said on Tuesday tensions over Taiwan may heighten as he presented an annual defence white paper that ...
Defense News on MSN9h
China-Russia nexus jumps top of mind for Japan’s defense planners
Japan had initially planned the F-35Bs to support amphibious operations, but the initial six jets missed the target March ...
Military Times on MSN2h
US to build fast boat base near South China Sea
The move comes as Chinese and Philippine vessels have clashed in increasingly hostile interactions in the region.
US-allied Philippines Gears Up for China War
The country has been gradually expanding military cooperation with the U.S., Japan, and Beijing-claimed Taiwan.
Naval News12h
China Coast Guard to play expanded role in Taiwan Strait Contingency
Japan’s Ministry of Defense (JMOD) released the 2025 edition of its Defense White Paper which highlights the expanded role of the China Coast Guard ...
The Manila Times on MSN1d
Japan: China’s military activities could ‘seriously impact’ its security
China’s intensifying military activities could “seriously impact” its security, citing the first confirmed incursion by a ...