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DEFENSE

Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jun 22, 2022
Taiwan scrambles jets to warn away Chinese planes in its air defense zone
Taiwan calls China's repeated nearby military activities 'gray zone' warfare, designed to both wear out Taiwanese forces by making them repeatedly scramble.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / ANALYSIS
Jun 21, 2022
Foreign policy and security top Japan election agenda. But for how long?
With voters expressing worries over inflation and less than three weeks to go before the Upper House poll, there's plenty of time for the political winds to shift.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 21, 2022
Ukraine war shows us the enemies of our friends are not always our enemies
It is impossible to cast the war in Ukraine as a black-and-white struggle between democracy and despotism.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 19, 2022
In debate, Kishida voices caution on Japan acquiring nuclear sub
The prime minister cited the difficulty of using nuclear power for military purposes under Japan's atomic energy law as well as high operating costs amid calls for bolstered defenses.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 19, 2022
Getting serious about European defense
With many of the necessary tools already in place, what is needed most now for European nations to improve their security postures is the political will to follow through.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jun 18, 2022
U.S. senators introduce broad Taiwan bill to boost security assistance
The bill would significantly enhance support for Taiwan, including provisions for billions of dollars in security assistance and changes to the law undergirding unofficial ties with island.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 18, 2022
With eye on China, Japan deploys MSDF flotilla to 11 Indo-Pacific countries
The vessels will make port calls in the Solomon Islands, Tonga and Fiji for the first time in the annual deployment that began last Monday and runs through Oct. 28.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 18, 2022
Russian warships pass Izu Islands south of Tokyo
Separately, nine Russian Navy ships were spotted north of Cape Soya, in the northernmost part of Hokkaido.
Japan Times
EDITORIALS
Jun 17, 2022
Nuclear risks mount as tensions rise and arsenals grow
According to SIPRI, after a marginal decrease in the number of warheads in 2021, nuclear arsenals are expected to grow over the coming decade.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 17, 2022
Climate change is a military problem for the U.S.
The U.S. military needs concrete plans to address every looming danger from sea-level rises to an opening Arctic.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 16, 2022
Does South Korea need an aircraft carrier?
South Korea would be wise to develop the capability to act independently in defense of its own needs, as Japan has done. An aircraft carrier is a first step in that direction.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics
Jun 16, 2022
LDP targets ‘counterstrike capability’ for first time in campaign platform
The shift comes amid growing concerns related to Moscow, Beijing and Pyongyang, but critics say it deviates from Japan's traditional defense-oriented policy.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 15, 2022
Ensuring Taiwan’s safety is for the global public good
Taiwan's irreplaceable position in trade and technology makes the island a global public good with the world community having a vested interest in its fate.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 15, 2022
Japan and Australia vow to deepen defense cooperation in Indo-Pacific region
Defense Minister Nobuo Kishi and his Australian counterpart Richard Marles said the two nations confirmed plans to enhance training designed to increase defense force interoperability.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 14, 2022
Kishida gets the credit for Abe’s work
Former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe transformed Japanese thinking about security policy.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / Japan
Jun 14, 2022
A sneak peek at the future of Japanese security policy
This year, the conference brought back a Japanese prime minister to deliver the keynote address, and Kishida took the opportunity to present his own principles for the country's security.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Politics / FOCUS
Jun 14, 2022
As North Korean missiles fly, Seoul signals need to revitalize intel pact with Tokyo
Pyongyang's record-breaking number of launches this year continues to push Seoul and Tokyo closer after years of soured ties, including on the contentious GSOMIA pact.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jun 13, 2022
What the Ukraine war should teach China
Russia's military has performed far worse than expected in Ukraine. This does not bode well for the Chinese People's Liberation Army, which shares many of the same weaknesses.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 13, 2022
Despite row, South Korea looks to 'normalize' security cooperation with Japan
The remarks by South Korea's defense chief were the latest sign of a thaw in bilateral ties frayed over wartime issues.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jun 12, 2022
Wind power infrastructure hindering Japan's defensive radar, sources say
The government is considering reviewing rules governing the installation of wind turbines over concern they are interfering with missile-detection radar systems.
'Super spicy' potato chips land Japan students in hospital
High school students were taken to hospital in Tokyo on Tuesday after eating "super spicy" potato chips.
Japan finds a 'stealth' cure for zombie businesses: Let them fail
A worker at Sakai Seisakusyo prepares to transport metal rods at its factory in Kakamigahara, Gifu Prefecture, on July 8.
Japan keeps up yen warnings as two-day intervention suspected
An electronic screen displays a graph showing yen exchange rates surging against the U.S. dollar amid an alert to the possibility of intervention in Tokyo on Friday.
Hyogo governor stands firm on not resigning despite official's death
Hyogo Gov. Motohiko Saito speaks to reporters on Tuesday.
Four injured after man sets fire to Japan city hall
Police said four people were injured after a man set fire to a city hall in Aichi Prefecture, with local media reporting he had been arrested.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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