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japantoday.comJapan Fires Surface-to-Ship Missiles and Sinks Old Warship in Exercises With US Forces
Japan conducted live-fire drills in waters between the Philippines and Taiwan, firing surface-to-ship missiles and sinking a decommissioned vessel as part of exercises involving U.S. forces. The drills took place amid heightened regional tensions. China has objected to the activi…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUS Asian Allies Seek to Form Middle-Power Coalitions
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stated that no single country can protect its own peace and security alone in the current security environment. She announced plans to promote equipment transfers under a new system with rigorous judgments on their permissibility. The South…
SemaforBalikatan 2024: US, Philippines, and Allies Conduct Largest-Ever Joint Military Drills Near South China Sea
The United States and the Philippines began their annual Balikatan military exercises on April 20, marking the largest iteration yet with new participants including Japan, Canada, France, and New Zealand. The drills, running through May 8, include maritime strike operations on a…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewMultinational Live-Fire Exercises Begin in South China Sea on April 20, 2026
The United States and its allies initiated major live-fire exercises in the South China Sea on April 20, 2026, marking the largest such event to date. Japan participated as a full member for the first time, joined by Australia, France, and New Zealand. The drills expand on longst…