China Warns Japan Against Forward Deployment of Strategic Offensive Weapons
Beijing's caution comes as Japan, the United States and Australia conduct a joint military exercise, 'Orient Shield 26,' running through Sept. 24.
China has warned that Japan's forward deployment of strategic offensive weapons risks fueling confrontation in the region, according to a report by Anadolu Agency.
The warning was issued as Japan, the United States and Australia hold a joint military drill named "Orient Shield 26," which is scheduled to run through Sept. 24, the report said.
Chinese officials characterized the deployment of such weapons systems as a step that could heighten tensions and increase the risk of confrontation in the Asia-Pacific region, according to the source.
Details on the specific weapons systems referenced, as well as the precise locations involved in the joint exercise, were not fully outlined in the available reporting.
The joint drill involving Japan, the U.S. and Australia is part of broader military cooperation among the three allied nations in the region, according to Anadolu Agency.
Neither the Japanese nor Chinese governments' full statements were detailed beyond what was reported by Anadolu Agency. This report will be updated as more information becomes available.
Sources
- China warns Japan’s forward deployment of strategic offensive weapons risks confrontation — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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