How much of a threat is China to Japan?

Jul 17, 2025 #China #Japan #JapanChinaTensions
Japan is sounding the alarm, accusing China of expanding its military reach and threatening regi
Jul 17, 2025 #China #Japan #JapanChinaTensions
Japan is sounding the alarm, accusing China of expanding its military reach and threatening regional stability.
For the first time, Tokyo says a Chinese military aircraft entered its airspace.
The incident is detailed in Japan’s latest defence white paper.
It warns Beijing has also ramped up naval and air operations near disputed territories.
But China has hit back, accusing Japan of stoking fear.
So is East Asia heading for a new era of military confrontation?

Presenter: James Bays

Guests:

Tomohiko Tanigushi, Professor University of Tsukuba, and former Special Adviser to the Cabinet of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

Einar Tangen, a China specialist and senior fellow at the TAIHE INSTITUTE

Busan Robert Kelly, Professor of International Relations Pusan National University, Specialist on International Relations of Asia & US Foreign Policy.

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