With Japan, China Faces a Corrosive Security Dilemma The latest Japanese defense white paper has set off alarm bells in Beijing, but its implications extend far beyond a simple case of China Japan rivalry.
As Tokyo abandons its post war pacifist stance and begins to arm itself for the long haul, it's clear that we're witnessing a fundamental shift in regional dynamics – one that could have far reaching consequences for global stability.
In the shadow of a receding US security umbrella, Japan has effectively declared independence from its traditional alliance partner.