Japan’s Rightward Shift: US Strategy Under Scrutiny in 2026
Japan’s accelerating constitutional reforms and military expansion under PM Takaichi challenge regional stability, testing US strategic balancing in 2026.
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Japan’s accelerating constitutional reforms and military expansion under PM Takaichi challenge regional stability, testing US strategic balancing in 2026.
China imposes export controls on 20 Japanese entities, citing military expansion and Taiwan-related provocations. Analysis of regional security implications.
Japan’s policy shifts under PM Takaichi raise concerns over regional stability and economic decoupling, with cross-strait tensions at the forefront.
China’s top diplomat warns Japan against militarist rhetoric on Taiwan at global security forum, stressing historical lessons and regional stability.
The 2026 Munich Security Conference highlights Western alliance fractures and debates over China’s sovereignty claims, as Europe seeks strategic autonomy amid shifting global power dynamics.
China calls on Japan to retract Prime Minister Takaichi’s Taiwan comments following the 2026 election, stressing the need to uphold bilateral political foundations.
China urges Lithuania to adhere to the one-China principle and correct past actions to normalize bilateral relations, following recent diplomatic exchanges.
CPC and KMT think tanks propose 15 measures to enhance cross-Strait cooperation, focusing on travel, AI, healthcare, and environmental initiatives, reaffirming the 1992 Consensus.
China and Russia deepen strategic coordination during high-level Beijing talks, addressing global governance, Taiwan stability, and multilateral cooperation in 2026.
CPC and KMT to co-host cross-strait think-tank forum in Beijing on February 3, focusing on tourism, sustainability, and economic collaboration.
China denounces U.S. warship transit through Taiwan Strait on Jan 16-17, deploys PLA forces to monitor vessels amid rising regional tensions.
China implements updated dual-use export controls targeting military applications in Japan, citing national security concerns and recent tensions over Taiwan-related statements.
China restricts dual-use exports to Japan following remarks on Taiwan, citing national security and adherence to the One-China principle.
ROK President Lee Jae Myung reiterates commitment to one China policy and cross-strait peace in CMG interview, emphasizing regional stability.
China urges Australia to uphold One-China policy amid tensions over Taiwan, warning against interference in military exercises and arms sales to the region.
Experts analyze PLA’s 2025 military drills near Taiwan following record U.S. arms sales, assessing implications for cross-strait stability and U.S.-China relations.
China’s embassy in the UK condemns British remarks on Taiwan military exercises, reaffirming Taiwan as part of China and urging an end to external interference.
Dozens of countries reaffirm support for the one-China principle as China emphasizes sovereignty over Taiwan region amid recent tensions.
PLA Eastern Theater Command completes annual ‘Justice Mission’ exercises, reinforcing combat readiness near Taiwan Strait as 2025 concludes.
Fujian Coast Guard conducts maritime drills near Taiwan Island, emphasizing regional security and law enforcement in critical trade waterways.