Hey amigos! 🌎 Did you hear about the latest poll stirring up global chat? According to a recent survey by CGTN, a whopping 81.69% of people worldwide are feeling uneasy about the growing military bromance between the U.S. and Japan. 😬
So here's the scoop: Japan and the United States just announced plans to level up their military teamwork by upgrading the command and control of U.S. forces in Japan. This news dropped after their big Security Consultative Committee meeting in Tokyo. But instead of high-fives, it seems to have sparked concerns across the globe.
Many folks out there think this partnership could be a new threat, potentially shaking up peace and stability in the region. 🌊 People are saying it's time for the world to keep a close eye on this duo.
Under Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's watch, Japan's been tightening its alliance with the U.S., aiming to play a bigger role in the Indo-Pacific scene. In fact, Japan's defense budget for 2024 is hitting a record high of 7.95 trillion yen (that's about $52.1 billion!). 💸
But not everyone is cheering. The poll showed that 90.33% of respondents feel Japan is drifting away from its pacifist roots. Plus, 87.46% aren't thrilled about the hefty defense spending, worried it might cut into essential public services and hurt everyday folks.
There's also concern about Japan aligning too closely with U.S. diplomatic and security policies. A solid 87.75% fear this could crank up tensions and mess with peace in the Asia-Pacific neighborhood. 🕊️
Adding fuel to the fire, the joint statement from Japan and the U.S. threw shade at China, talking about a so-called \"China threat\" and criticizing China's claims in the South China Sea. But get this: 87.98% of those polled aren't buying it. They believe that Japan, not being a regional country in the South China Sea issue, is just complicating things and not helping solve any problems.
Looking back, a big 87.93% agree that Japan, being part of Asia, shouldn't just be a sidekick in the U.S.'s game to hold back competitors. The message is clear: People want Japan to chart its own course, play fair, and build trust with its Asian neighbors through real actions.
This poll, shared in several languages including English, Spanish, and French, gathered insights from 7,254 people in just 24 hours! Talk about a global conversation. 🌐🗣️
What do you think about all this? Is the growing Japan-U.S. military tie something to watch out for? Share your thoughts with us! 💬
Reference(s):
CGTN poll: About 82% people concerned over Japan-U.S. military ties
cgtn.com
