Japan Proposes ‘Asian NATO’ To Counter China

Japan’s proposal for an "Asian NATO" has emerged as a significant topic in regional security discussions, particularly under the leadership of newly elected Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. This initiative is primarily aimed at countering the growing assertiveness of China and North Korea in the Asia-Pacific region.Shigeru Ishiba, a former defence minister, articulated his vision for an Asian
Japan’s proposal for an "Asian NATO" has emerged as a significant topic in regional security discussions, particularly under the leadership of newly elected Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. This initiative is primarily aimed at countering the growing assertiveness of China and North Korea in the Asia-Pacific region.Shigeru Ishiba, a former defence minister, articulated his vision for an Asian
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