Japan is advancing a plan to deploy missiles on Yonaguni Island near Taiwan, part of a broader strengthening of defense capabilities amid rising regional tensions. This is reported by Bloomberg, writes UNN.
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During a visit to a military base on Yonaguni Island, which lies just 110 km from Taiwan, Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi stated that the deployment of medium-range missiles is proceeding according to plan.
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The deployment could help reduce the likelihood of an armed attack on our country. The idea that this will increase regional tensions is inaccurate.
The deployment of surface-to-air systems is part of a large-scale strengthening of defenses along Japan's southern island chain. This is how Tokyo is responding to increased Chinese military activity and the risks of a possible confrontation around Taiwan.