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China Rebukes Japan over ‘China Threat’ Defense Report
The report says China’s carrier deployments and long-range naval operations are deepening Pacific reach, while Japan calls for stronger alliances and defense spending.
- On Tuesday, August 4, Japan's Cabinet approved the 2026 defense white paper, warning that China is steadily expanding its military reach into the Pacific beyond the First Island Chain, linking Japan's southwestern islands, Taiwan, and the Philippines.
- Military balance across the Taiwan Strait is shifting in China's favor, with Beijing expanding its fleet of large landing ships to improve maritime transport capabilities. The paper warns Beijing may use coast guard vessels to enforce a 'gray zone' blockade against Taiwan.
- The report, titled 'Security for the Future,' examines 'new forms of warfare' and details rising activity: Chinese military aircraft entering Taiwan's airspace surpassed 3,700 sorties last year, while naval activity around Taiwan rose to about 2,600 sorties.
- State news agency Xinhua argued the white paper lays groundwork for revising Japan's three key security documents later this year. Beijing swiftly rejected the assessment, accusing Japan of exaggerating regional threats to justify military buildup.
- Expanding Russia-North Korea military cooperation could strengthen Pyongyang's capabilities, the report warns. Japan must respond by strengthening its defense industrial base and 'comprehensive national power,' while deepening cooperation with allies to address this evolving security environment.
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China protests as Japan calls Beijing its biggest strategic challenge
China lodged a serious diplomatic protest after Japan's latest defence white paper labelled Beijing its top security challenge and referenced Taiwan. The clash highlights worsening bilateral ties as Tokyo adopts a tougher regional security posture and Beijing pushes back on sovereignty issues.
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China complains to Japan over defence white paper, foreign ministry says
BEIJING, Aug 5 (Reuters) - China's foreign ministry on Wednesday said it had complained to Japan about Tokyo's newly released defence white paper, accusing it of playing up a Chinese threat and making "unwarranted comments" about Taiwan. The annual J...
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Leaning Left5Leaning Right9Center5Last UpdatedBias Distribution48% Right
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L 26%
C 26%
R 48%
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