As Canada's navy arrives in Japan, Tokyo begins largest military buildup since Second World War

Summary

KEY POINTS:

1. Japan emphasizes missiles for China targets and naval upgrades.
2. On track to be third in global defense spending, behind US and China.
3. Goal: Defend outlying islands and territorial waters.
4. Concerns: Taiwanese conflict and North Korean missiles.

References

• Media Check: CBC News (Canadian Broadcasting) - Media Bias/Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY)
• Collections |The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
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