Japan is expanding its military capabilities in response to what leaders view as an increasingly challenging security environment in East Asia. Major concerns include Chinaβs growing military power and territorial disputes with Japan, tensions over Taiwan, North Koreaβs nuclear weapons and missile programs, and Russiaβs military activities. Japan is also seeking to assume a greater role in its alliance with the United States and strengthen its ability to deter or respond to potential attacks.
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