There has been much commentary recently about the hikes in Japan’s defense budget. The rises, along with other measures and rhetorical stances taken by the Abe administration, are meant to show Japan’s resolve over disputed territories and to offset China’s growing military capabilities.
Japan and Taiwan are ‘Stingy’ Balancers
Japan and Taiwan are ‘Stingy’ Balancers
Japan and Taiwan are ‘Stingy’ Balancers
There has been much commentary recently about the hikes in Japan’s defense budget. The rises, along with other measures and rhetorical stances taken by the Abe administration, are meant to show Japan’s resolve over disputed territories and to offset China’s growing military capabilities.
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