A Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) soldier takes part in a drill to mobilize their Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) missile unit in response to a recent missile launch by North Korea © Issei Kato / Reuters China has accused Tokyo of “exaggerating” the threats it faces, urging it to explain its “true intentions” behind boosting military … Continue reading China accuses Japan of ‘exaggerating’ threats amid record $48bn defense budget request