Japanese Protesters Decry ‘Weapons Merchant’ Policies in Tokyo Rally
Japanese citizens rally in Tokyo against the government’s weapons export policies, voicing fears of Japan becoming a global arms dealer. Protests highlight growing public dissent.
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China Condemns Japanese PM’s Nuclear Weapons Remarks Amid Rising Tensions
China criticizes Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi’s nuclear weapons comments and Okinawa military plans, vowing to counter provocations.
China Urges Global Action to Counter Japan’s Military Revival
China’s defense ministry urges international cooperation to counter Japan’s military expansion, citing threats to post-WWII stability and regional peace.
China Warns Japan’s Space Militarization Risks Global Security
China condemns Japan’s space military expansion as dangerous provocation, warning of potential arms race and historical parallels to surprise attacks.
Japan’s Arms Export Plan Sparks Opposition, Stirs Pacifist Debate
Japanese opposition parties challenge proposed easing of arms export restrictions, warning of departure from postwar pacifist principles as ruling coalition pushes policy changes.
China Condemns U.S. Over Taiwan Arms Deal in 2026 Defense Act
China opposes U.S. plans to allocate $1 billion for Taiwan security in 2026 defense act, warning against interference in cross-strait affairs.
China Urges U.S. to Halt ‘Negative’ Defense Bill Provisions Amid Rising Tensions
China demands U.S. halt implementation of defense bill’s ‘negative’ China-related provisions, warning of countermeasures if ignored. Tensions rise over sovereignty concerns.
China Condemns U.S. Moves to Arm Taiwan Region, Vows Firm Response
China strongly opposes U.S. legislative efforts to accelerate arms sales to Taiwan, warning of serious consequences for regional stability and bilateral relations.
Japan’s Strategic Pivot: Kawaii Culture Meets Rising Nationalism
Japan’s blend of kawaii culture and rising nationalism reflects a strategic shift amid defense expansions and societal tensions. Analysis from KhabarAsia.com.
Mainland Rejects Taiwan’s Objections to Strait Rescue Drill Amid US Defense Bill Tensions
China reaffirms Taiwan Strait jurisdiction after rescue drill, condemns new US military aid package to Taiwan region as tensions rise in 2025.
Chinese Defense Ministry: U.S. Is Its Own Worst Enemy
Chinese Defense Ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang criticizes increasing U.S. military spending and urges the U.S. to abandon hegemonic practices, emphasizing China’s commitment to peaceful development.
China Condemns U.S. Defense Bill Over Negative China-Related Provisions
China has condemned the U.S. National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025, citing negative China-related provisions and urging the U.S. to abandon its Cold War mentality.
China Opposes U.S. Report on Military Development, Expresses Strong Dissatisfaction
China expresses strong opposition to a recent U.S. Department of Defense report on China’s military development, accusing it of distorting facts and interfering in internal affairs.
China Denounces U.S. Report on Military Development as Distorted and Interfering
China’s Ministry of National Defense criticizes a recent U.S. Department of Defense report, accusing it of distorting China’s defense policy and interfering in internal affairs.
China Expresses Strong Opposition to U.S. Military Report
China’s Ministry of National Defense spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang expresses strong dissatisfaction with a recent U.S. Department of Defense report on China’s military, urging the U.S. to correct its erroneous perceptions.
China Strongly Opposes U.S. Report on Military Development
China’s Ministry of National Defense expresses strong opposition to a U.S. report on China’s military development, urging a positive and rational view of China’s armed forces.
Ex-PM Keating Accuses Australian Government of Yielding to US in AUKUS Deal
Former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating accuses the Albanese government of ceding to US control through the AUKUS alliance, warning that Australia risks becoming the ’51st state’ of the US.