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Australia, Japan Confirm Mutual Defense Pact

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Australia, Japan Confirm Mutual Defense Pact

The Reciprocal Access Agreement is a symbolic breakout for both nations

Our Correspondent
Jan 6, 2022
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Australia, Japan Confirm Mutual Defense Pact

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In a strategy portrayed as a move to enhance ties amid China’s military and economic rise, the Australian and Japanese governments have signed a security treaty in a virtual ceremony to upgrade the two countries’ defense and security cooperation. The pact is intended to build on strong existing bilateral and multilateral relationships, on top of the Qua…

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