Japan may join US marines in northern Australia, strengthening military ties
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan may join US marines in northern Australia, strengthening military ties

ABC  

Japanese troops could join US marines for regular rotations through the Top End as Tokyo, Washington and Canberra continue to deepen defence and strategic ties in the face of China's swelling military might. Ties bolstered as China ramps up military strength Japan's Foreign Minister Kamikawa Yoko said the two countries were boosting cooperation in the face of a tough and unpredictable strategic environment. The two countries are also looking at more regular rotations of Japanese F-35s in Australia, although Japan's Defence Minister Kihara Minoru stressed "consultations" on the deployments were still ongoing. Euan Graham from the Australian Strategic Policy Institute said on social media that the prospect of Australia's former World War II enemy deploying fighter jets and troops to the Northern Territory was "historically sublime." Foreign Minister Penny Wong said the four ministers shared "serious concerns about recent developments in the East and South China Seas, including China's activities towards the Philippines and incursions into Japanese territory."

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Japanese troops will train with U.S., Australian forces as concerns over China grow
4 months, 1 week ago

Japanese troops will train with U.S., Australian forces as concerns over China grow

The Hindu  

Japan will send troops for joint training with U.S. Marines and Australian forces in northern Australia, the three defence ministers said on Sunday as they expressed concern about a spate of confrontations with China’s increasingly assertive military. Australia’s Acting Prime Minister Richard Marles hosted U.S. Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin and Japanese Defence Minister Nakatani Gen for talks in Darwin. The …

Troops from Japan, US & Australia to hold joint training amid concerns over Chinese aggression
4 months, 1 week ago

Troops from Japan, US & Australia to hold joint training amid concerns over Chinese aggression

Firstpost  

In a joint statement, the ministers shared “serious concern” over destabilising actions in the East and South China Seas, including “dangerous conduct” by China’s military against vessels from the Philippines and other regional nations Troops from Japan, US, and Australia will train together in Northern Australia. Image used for representational purpose/AP Japan will deploy troops to northern Australia for joint …

Japanese troops will train with US and Australian forces as concerns over China grow
4 months, 1 week ago

Japanese troops will train with US and Australian forces as concerns over China grow

Associated Press  

CANBERRA, Australia — Japan will send troops for joint training with U.S. Marines and Australian forces in northern Australia, the countries’ defense ministers said Sunday, as they expressed concern about a spate of confrontations with China’s increasingly assertive military. The ministers announced trilateral amphibious training between Australia, Japan and the U.S. Marine rotational force in northern Australia from 2025, beginning …

Japan’s troops to train with US, Australian forces amid concerns over China
4 months, 1 week ago

Japan’s troops to train with US, Australian forces amid concerns over China

Al Jazeera  

The joint amphibious training is announced after three countries express concerns about ‘dangerous conduct’ by the Chinese military. Japan’s troops will participate in joint training with United States Marines and Australian forces in northern Australia next year, the defence ministers from the three countries have said, as they expressed concerns over the growing threat from the Chinese military. They announced …

Japanese forces to join US Marines for military exercises in Australia next year
4 months, 1 week ago

Japanese forces to join US Marines for military exercises in Australia next year

ABC  

Japanese forces will train alongside US Marines in northern Australia in 2025, Defence Minister Richard Marles said during high-level talks hosted in Darwin on Sunday. "Today we are announcing that there will be regular deployments of Japan's amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade to Australia," Mr Marles said at a televised press conference in Darwin. In a statement earlier, Mr Marles said …

Japan and Australia agree to increase joint military training
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Japan and Australia agree to increase joint military training

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Japan and Australia agreed on Thursday to increase joint military training exercises as their government ministers shared concerns over China’s recent incursions into Japanese airspace and territorial waters. Australia and Japan also plan to involve the Japanese Amphibious Rapid Deployment Brigade, a marine unit of the Japan Self-Defense Forces, in annual training rotations of U.S. Marines in …

Pacific island leaders agree to enhance Japan’s role in the region amid growing China influence
8 months, 1 week ago

Pacific island leaders agree to enhance Japan’s role in the region amid growing China influence

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Leaders of 18 Pacific island nations and areas agreed to an enhanced role of Japan in the region’s development while opposing any attempted coercive activity, in a joint declaration adopted at their summit Thursday, as Tokyo seeks greater engagement to counter China’s influence. The Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting, or PALM, launched under a Japanese initiative in 1997, has …

China expresses concerns over expansion of Australia-UK-US pact in Asia-Pacific
11 months ago

China expresses concerns over expansion of Australia-UK-US pact in Asia-Pacific

China Daily  

China is gravely concerned about the expansion of the Australia-United Kingdom-United States trilateral security partnership, saying it would severely undermine peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region, a defense spokesman said on Thursday. "We are open to normal military cooperation between any countries, but we firmly oppose relevant countries cobbling together exclusive groupings, building bilateral or multilateral military alliances targeting …

China expresses concerns over expansion of Australia-UK-US pact in Asia-Pacific
11 months ago

China expresses concerns over expansion of Australia-UK-US pact in Asia-Pacific

China Daily  

China is gravely concerned about the expansion of the Australia-United Kingdom-United States trilateral security partnership, saying it would severely undermine peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region, a defense spokesman said on Thursday. "We are open to normal military cooperation between any countries, but we firmly oppose relevant countries cobbling together exclusive groupings, building bilateral or multilateral military alliances targeting …

Australia, Japan to Pursue 'More Complex' Joint Military Drills
2 years, 3 months ago

Australia, Japan to Pursue 'More Complex' Joint Military Drills

News 18  

Australia and Japan will pursue opportunities for “more complex” joint military exercises, Canberra’s defence minister said Friday after talks with his Japanese counterpart and the countries’ foreign ministers in Tokyo. On Friday, Australia’s Defence Minister Richard Marles said the security pact and other agreements enable the two nations “to take the strategic alignment and the deep affection between our countries …

US to send more troops to Australia, invite Japan to joint drills
2 years, 3 months ago

US to send more troops to Australia, invite Japan to joint drills

Al Jazeera  

Lloyd Austin says US will increase rotational presence of air, land and sea forces in Australia amid shared concerns over China. The United States and Australia have agreed to deepen defence ties, including by increasing the rotational presence of US air, land and sea forces in the Oceanic country, citing shared concerns over China’s actions around Taiwan and in the …

Japan PM heads to Australia to step up military, energy ties
2 years, 5 months ago

Japan PM heads to Australia to step up military, energy ties

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, …

China's ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian warns Beijing will use any means necessary for Taiwan 'reunification'
2 years, 7 months ago

China's ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian warns Beijing will use any means necessary for Taiwan 'reunification'

ABC  

China's ambassador to Australia has stressed there will be no compromise on Taiwan, saying Beijing has been "waiting for a peaceful reunification" but will not rule out using other means if necessary. Key points: As China continues military drills around Taiwan, Xiao Qian says there is no room for compromise He addressed ties with Australia, saying a change in government …

Japan, Australia to expand defense ties for regional order
2 years, 9 months ago

Japan, Australia to expand defense ties for regional order

Associated Press  

TOKYO — Japan and Australia’s defense ministers on Wednesday vowed to step up their ties to support democratic values in the Indo-Pacific region and agreed to work more closely with Southeast Asia and the Pacific island nations where China is seeking to expand its influence. Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles and his Japanese counterpart, Nobuo Kishi, said that region-wide cooperation …

'No way' is Japan handling its China relationship better than Australia, says Japanese ambassador in Canberra
3 years, 8 months ago

'No way' is Japan handling its China relationship better than Australia, says Japanese ambassador in Canberra

ABC  

Japan's ambassador in Canberra has firmly backed the Federal Government's approach to China, saying he "applauds" the way Australia has resisted economic pressure from Beijing. Key points: Mr Yamagami "applauded" Australia's resolve in the face of economic pressure from Beijing The Ambassador suggested Australia and Japan should hold more joint military exercises in the East China Sea Australian, American and …

Australia, Japan to bolster defense ties amid China’s rise
4 years, 4 months ago

Australia, Japan to bolster defense ties amid China’s rise

Associated Press  

TOKYO — The leaders of Australia and Japan held in-person talks on Tuesday and reached a basic agreement on a bilateral defense pact that would allow their troops to work more closely, as the two U.S. allies seek to bolster their ties to counter China’s growing assertiveness in the Asia-Pacific region. Suga said the new agreement underpins their determination to …

Australia joins United States and Japan in naval exercise as concerns grow over China
4 years, 8 months ago

Australia joins United States and Japan in naval exercise as concerns grow over China

ABC  

Five Australian warships are conducting military exercises in the Philippine Sea alongside the American and Japanese navies, amid simmering regional security tensions with China. Key points: The three navies will conduct various training exercises aimed at improving interoperability They are working to keep the Indo-Pacific region "free and open" Beijing is accused of exploiting the pandemic to tighten control of …

Japan, Australia pledge to work with Donald Trump on regional security
8 years, 2 months ago

Japan, Australia pledge to work with Donald Trump on regional security

Live Mint  

Sydney: Japan and Australia agreed to enhance coordination on Asian security issues, including the South China Sea and North Korea, at a meeting of the two countries’ leaders on Saturday, while reaffirming that the US remains the cornerstone of their strategic arrangements. “We confirmed our intention to maintain solid cooperation with the incoming Trump administration,” Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe …

Australia, Japan boost defense ties amid instability in Asia
8 years, 2 months ago

Australia, Japan boost defense ties amid instability in Asia

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — The leaders of Australia and Japan agreed on Saturday to boost cooperation between their militaries, as Japan tries to shore up security ties throughout the Asia-Pacific region amid concern over China’s growing military might. Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and his Australian counterpart Malcolm Turnbull said they had signed an upgraded defense agreement after talks in Sydney on …

Military cooperation not aid, Abe's tool of choice in SE Asia
8 years, 7 months ago

Military cooperation not aid, Abe's tool of choice in SE Asia

China Daily  

Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe speaks to reporters at Abe's official residence in Tokyo, Japan, January 28, 2016. When, after their meeting in Laos last week, the foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations did not mention in their final statement the ruling in the South China Sea arbitration case initiated by the Philippines, the three countries came …

Military cooperation not aid, Abe's tool of choice in SE Asia
8 years, 7 months ago

Military cooperation not aid, Abe's tool of choice in SE Asia

China Daily  

Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe speaks to reporters at Abe's official residence in Tokyo, Japan, January 28, 2016. When, after their meeting in Laos last week, the foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations did not mention in their final statement the ruling in the South China Sea arbitration case initiated by the Philippines, the three countries came …

Australians would reject siding with Japan over China in East China Sea dispute, survey finds
10 years, 2 months ago

Australians would reject siding with Japan over China in East China Sea dispute, survey finds

ABC  

Australians would overwhelmingly reject siding with close ally Japan against top-trade partner China over a dispute in the East China Sea and prefer to remain neutral, according to a recent survey. When asked what Australia should do if armed conflict broke out between Japan, the US and China over the islands, only 15 per cent of respondents said they supported …

Australia and Japan agree to pursue closer military technology ties
10 years, 9 months ago

Australia and Japan agree to pursue closer military technology ties

ABC  

Australia and Japan have announced they will create a framework pact to cooperate on military technology, in a move that could pave the way for Japan to supply stealth submarine designs and components to Australia. Earlier on Wednesday, Mr Johnston told Reuters news agency Australia wanted to bolster ties with Japan in military technology. Japan's PM to visit Australia in …

China, Indonesia wary of US troops in Darwin
13 years, 4 months ago

China, Indonesia wary of US troops in Darwin

ABC  

China and Indonesia have questioned the wisdom of Australia hosting US Marines in the Northern Territory, with claims the move risks creating a "circle of tension and mistrust". When questioned about China's future in the Asia-Pacific, Mr Obama said he "welcomed a rising, peaceful China" but warned it must "play by the rules of the road". "The main message that …

US, Australia military relations get closer
13 years, 4 months ago

US, Australia military relations get closer

China Daily  

进入英语学习论坛下载音频 去听写专区一展身手 Visiting US President Barack Obama on Wednesday said his administration will boost US military activities in Australia from 2012, as Washington "steps up its commitment" in the Asia-Pacific region. "Faced with a gloomy global economy, whether broadening military alliances is an effective model for regional integration is worth discussing," he said during a regular news briefing in Beijing. …

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