US backs Japan in dispute with China over radar incident
Summary
The US has criticized China for targeting Japanese military aircraft with radars near Okinawa, escalating tensions amid disputes over Taiwan and regional security.
Key Points
- The US condemned China for aiming radars at Japanese military aircraft during a training exercise near Okinawa.
- Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary hailed the US statement as a sign of strong US-Japan alliance.
- China claims Taiwan and has not dismissed the use of force to control it, heightening regional tensions.
- Taiwan's President called China's military drills inappropriate and urged for peace and responsibility from major powers.
