The US and Japan on Friday voiced strong concern about China`s growing might in unambiguous terms. And pledged to work together against attempts to destabilise the region. The comments from the two allies, in a joint statement that followed a virtual meeting of their foreign and defence ministers. Highlight how deepening alarm about China – and growing tension over Taiwan – have put Japan`s security role in focus.
The ministers expressed concerns that China`s efforts “to undermine the rules-based order” presented “political. Economic, military and technological challenges to the region and the world”, according to their statement. “They resolved to work together to deter and, if necessary, respond to destabilising activities in the region,” it said.
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The ministers also said they had “serious and ongoing concerns” about human rights in China`s Xinjiang and Hong Kong region. And stressed the importance of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. In a separate virtual summit on Thursday, Japan and Australia signed a defence cooperation agreement. We deplore and firmly oppose the gross interference in China`s internal affairs by the U.S., Japan and Australia. The fabrication of false information to smear China and undermine the solidarity and mutual trust of countries. In the region,” foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin told a daily briefing in Beijing.
“This is clearly a combined message reflecting a common concern. Not a case of U.S. arm-twisting to get Japan to sign onto vague euphemisms. Who served as the top U.S. diplomat for Asia under President Barack Obama. And is now with the Asia Society Policy Institute. In particular, the expression of joint resolve to respond if necessary to destabilising activities comes across as a powerful expression. Of alliance solidarity and determination.” Before the talks, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Washington and Tokyo planned a new defence deal. To counter emerging threats, including hypersonics and space-based capabilities.