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What is the regional impact of US military upgrade in Japan?

The Inside Story Podcast
The Inside Story Podcast
Episode • Jul 29, 2024 • 24m

The US will revamp its military command in Japan. Washington claims the move is to counter growing threats from China, North Korea and Russia. But is this a realistic deterrent? Or could it provoke more tension in an already volatile region?

In this episode:

  • Victor Gao, Vice President, Center for China and Globalisation.

  • Tomohiko Taniguchi, Special Adviser, Fujitsu Future Studies Center.

  • Evan Laksmana, Editor, Institute for Strategic Studies.

Host: Mohammed Jamjoom

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