Ministry of Defense: Japan's portrayal of so-called "external threats" is insidious.

Source: Global Times
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Reporter: According to reports, the Japanese Prime Minister stated that with the military strength of China and North Korea increasing, and the cooperation between Russia and North Korea strengthening, Japan is facing the most severe and complex security environment since the war. It is necessary to prepare for a "new mode of warfare" that heavily utilizes drones and for long-term combat. What is your comment on this?

Jiang Bin: I think everyone is clear about an ironclad fact: Japan has invaded all its neighboring countries. A country that has brought profound disasters to the people of Asia and the world, a country that has yet to truly reflect on its historical crimes of invasion, is now continuously exaggerating so-called "external threats," which is completely fabricated and has ulterior motives. The Japanese side's attempts to divert domestic contradictions, mislead the international community, and seek "re-militarization" are evident. Its push to revise the "three security documents," vigorously develop offensive military capabilities, and even openly advocate for nuclear armament are dangerous trends that deserve high vigilance. We advocate learning from history and looking to the future, but we must also take history as a warning to prevent the repetition of historical tragedies. People around the world who love peace should unite to resolutely counter the spread of Japan's "new militarism" and firmly maintain regional peace, stability, and the safety and well-being of the people.

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Region
East Asia & Pacific
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Political-Military / Information Operations
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Activity
Japan is preparing for new combat methods involving drones and long-term warfare in response to perceived external threats from China, North Korea, and Russia.
Location
Japan
Unit
Japanese government
Time
Recent statements by the Prime Minister
Equipment
drones
Summary

Japan's Prime Minister stated that the country faces a severe security environment due to military enhancements by China and North Korea. In response, Japan is preparing for new combat methods involving drones and long-term warfare. Concerns were raised about Japan's militarization and its historical aggression towards neighboring countries.

Key Facts
  • Japan's Prime Minister claims a complex security environment due to military enhancements by China and North Korea.
  • Japan is preparing for new combat methods involving drones.
  • There are concerns about Japan's militarization and historical aggression.