South Korea Denies DPRK Drone Incursion, Proposes Joint Probe
South Korea rejects DPRK’s claim that a January 4 drone crossed into the DPRK, calling it “absolutely untrue” and proposing a joint probe.
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PLA Launches ‘Justice Mission 2025’ Drills Around Taiwan Region
Jun Sheng’s Dec 29 commentary on China Military Online spotlights the PLA’s Justice Mission 2025 drills around the Taiwan region, warning against separatism and foreign interference.
China Pushes Back at Japan over Liaoning Carrier Drills
China’s MoD hits back at Japan over Liaoning carrier’s drills east of the Miyako Strait, calling Tokyo’s reaction “provocative” and urging restraint to avoid tensions.
Chinese mainland and Russia Launch 3rd Joint Anti-Missile Drill
The Chinese mainland and Russia will hold their 3rd joint anti-missile drill in Russia in early December, says the Chinese mainland Ministry of National Defense.
Japan Steps Up Defense in Ryukyu Islands as Taiwan Contingency Looms
Japan is fortifying the Ryukyu Islands with missile units on Ishigaki and Yonaguni, marking a shift from its pacifist roots toward a Taiwan contingency plan.
What’s Behind Japan’s Yonaguni Island Missile Plan?
Japan plans to station Type 03 surface-to-air missiles on Yonaguni Island near the Taiwan region, marking a new phase in its “Southwest Shift” strategy and stoking regional security tensions.
Experts Warn of Japan’s Militarism Revival Amid Taiwan Strait Tensions
Experts warn Japan’s PM remarks on the Taiwan Strait signal a revival of militarism, raising concerns for regional security.
Expert warns: Japan’s remilitarization must be stopped
Victor Gao warns that PM Takaichi’s remarks on the Taiwan region could spark a risky revival of militarism in Japan.
China Warns Japan’s Arms Deployment Near Taiwan Region Is ‘Extremely Dangerous’
China’s foreign ministry warns that Japan’s offensive weapons near the Taiwan region are “extremely dangerous”, urging regional vigilance.
Is Takaichi About to Open Pandora’s Box?
Eighty years after WWII, Takaichi and Japan’s right wing face questions: are they ready to open Pandora’s Box and stir global tension?