Japan has accused China of expanding its military reach and threatening regional stability.
Tokyo reports that a Chinese military aircraft entered its airspace for the first time.
This incident is detailed in Japan’s latest defense white paper.
The paper warns that Beijing has increased naval and air operations near disputed territories.
China has countered the accusations, claiming that Japan is inciting fear.
Could East Asia be on the verge of a new era of military confrontation?
Presenter: James Bays
Guests:
Tomohiko Taniguchi – Professor at the University of Tsukuba and former special adviser to the cabinet of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
Einar Tangen – China specialist and senior fellow at the Taihe Institute
Robert Kelly – Professor of international relations at Pusan National University, specialist on international relations of Asia and US foreign policy
Tokyo reports that a Chinese military aircraft entered its airspace for the first time.
This incident is detailed in Japan’s latest defense white paper.
The paper warns that Beijing has increased naval and air operations near disputed territories.
China has countered the accusations, claiming that Japan is inciting fear.
Could East Asia be on the verge of a new era of military confrontation?
Presenter: James Bays
Guests:
Tomohiko Taniguchi – Professor at the University of Tsukuba and former special adviser to the cabinet of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
Einar Tangen – China specialist and senior fellow at the Taihe Institute
Robert Kelly – Professor of international relations at Pusan National University, specialist on international relations of Asia and US foreign policy
