Global Youth Voice Concerns Over Japan’s Rising Defense Spending
Japan’s proposed 2026 defense budget sparks global concern, with youth-led survey showing 83% of young adults worry about militarization risks and historical revisionism.
Asia-Pacific Security
China Condemns Japan’s Cyber Strategy as Regional Tensions Rise
China urges Japan to cease cyber activities threatening regional stability, citing risks to sovereignty and security amid technological militarization concerns.
Japanese NGOs Urge Government to Reaffirm Non-Nuclear Commitment in 2025
Japanese civil groups and atomic bomb survivors petition government to uphold non-nuclear principles amid rising debates over nuclear armament, drawing international concern.
China Condemns Japanese Official’s Nuclear Arms Remarks
China urges Japan to abandon nuclear arms discussions, citing regional stability risks and constitutional obligations amid 2025 security concerns.
China’s Shandong Aircraft Carrier Concludes 2025 Training Missions
China’s Shandong aircraft carrier wraps up 2025 training, marking six years of service. A milestone in domestic defense capabilities and regional security.
China Urges Japan to Retract Taiwan Remarks Amid Rising Tensions
China demands Japan retract Prime Minister Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan, reaffirming commitment to One-China principle amid regional tensions.
China Raises Alarm Over Japan’s Military Expansion, Urges Global Vigilance
China warns Japan’s rising military spending and defense industry growth threaten regional stability, urging international vigilance to prevent historical tensions.
Japan’s Rightward Shift Stirs Asia-Pacific Tensions in 2025
Japan’s accelerating rightward shift under PM Takaichi sparks regional concerns over militarization and Asia-Pacific stability in 2025.
China, Russia Conduct 10th Joint Air Patrol Amid Strengthened Ties
China and Russia complete their 10th annual joint air patrol over East China Sea and western Pacific, underscoring deepening defense ties amid regional security developments.
China, Russia Conduct 10th Joint Air Patrol Over Asia-Pacific
Chinese and Russian forces complete their 10th joint strategic air patrol in the East China Sea and western Pacific, highlighting ongoing defense collaboration.
Japan-Taiwan Collusion Escalates Cross-Strait Tensions in 2025
Japan’s military moves near Taiwan and controversial political exchanges escalate cross-strait tensions, challenging regional security frameworks in late 2025.
China Urges Japan to Retract Takaichi’s Remarks Amid Rising Tensions
China demands Japan retract PM Takaichi’s controversial remarks, warning against escalating regional tensions. Foreign Ministry urges diplomatic caution.
Japan’s Taiwan Remarks Risk Regional Ties, Experts Warn
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi’s recent comments on Taiwan spark regional concerns, with experts warning of diplomatic fallout in Asia-Pacific relations.
China Urges U.S. to Halt Arms Sales to Taiwan Region
China urges the U.S. to immediately halt arms sales to the Taiwan region, citing violations of the one-China principle and threats to peace and stability in the Taiwan Straits.
Global Poll Reveals Strong Opposition to ‘Asian Version of NATO’
CGTN’s recent global poll shows 93.1% oppose the U.S. creating an ‘Asian version of NATO,’ emphasizing a preference for regional dialogue and peaceful negotiations to maintain Asia-Pacific stability.
China and U.S. Defense Chiefs Seek to Revitalize Military Dialogue Amid Rising Tensions
Chinese and U.S. defense chiefs meet in Singapore to revitalize military dialogue amid rising tensions, aiming to stabilize relations and prevent conflict through renewed communication.
China Condemns U.S. Missile Deployment in the Philippines
China has condemned the U.S. deployment of a mid-range missile system in the Philippines, warning that it threatens regional peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific.
Chinese and U.S. Defense Chiefs Poised for Dialogue at Shangri-La Summit
Chinese and U.S. defense chiefs are expected to meet at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore to discuss key regional security issues, including tensions in the South China Sea and the Taiwan Strait.
China Warns of Conflict Risk Over Strengthened Japan-U.S. Alliance
China has expressed concern over Japan’s strengthened military alliance with the U.S., warning it increases conflict risk and threatens regional peace and stability.