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Japan bolsters defense ties amid US political uncertainty

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Japan is proactively strengthening its regional defense partnerships in anticipation of potential US political instability following the midterm elections. Concerns are rising in Tokyo that internal US political battles, including those involving Donald Trump, could divert Washington's attention from its commitments in East Asia and the Indo-Pacific. This strategic shift aims to reduce Japan's reliance on the US and bolster regional stability amidst growing concerns. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Julian Ryall ·

    Will US midterm battles blind Washington to Asia? Japan isn’t taking any chances

    Japan is bracing for a more unpredictable ally in Washington, as the US midterm elections threaten to deepen political gridlock and complicate Tokyo’s long-term security calculations, analysts say. Observers warn that post-election political battles, ranging from a possible repea…

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