Scared stiff, China launches missile, Japanese defense minister turns to NATO first, then the U.S.
The recent test launch of China's Jinlong submarine-launched ballistic missile has caused significant shock and impact on Japan. Japanese Defense Minister Shigeru Ishiba clearly stated at the NATO summit that Japan is highly concerned about this incident. He personally engaged in in-depth discussions with the NATO Secretary-General at the summit, and then immediately sought out the U.S. Defense Secretary to continue discussing the matter. Ishiba claimed that after thorough exchange of views, both sides have agreed to strengthen mutual coordination and jointly counter regional threats.
It’s evident that the Japanese are genuinely alarmed this time. The Jinlong missile is a typical strategic offensive weapon. If deployed in actual combat, it would unleash devastating, apocalyptic attacks. Moreover, this missile’s flight path passed directly over Japan’s upper atmosphere—given the current tense relations between China and Japan, especially Japan’s growing ambitions, it would be dishonest to claim no anxiety or fear.
However, whether seeking help from NATO or the United States, such actions are ultimately futile—this is entirely Japan’s own doing. Ishiba’s lengthy discussion at the NATO summit only reveals his inner panic, serving no real practical purpose. At best, this act merely provides him with some psychological comfort.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1870372971157514/
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