November 2023 - Japan Special Weapons News

Search Continues in Japan for Downed Osprey Aircraft DoD News 30 Nov 2023 -- On Tuesday, a CV-22A Osprey Aircraft assigned to the Air Force's 353rd Special Operations Wing was involved in an aviation mishap off the shore of Yakushima Island, Japan. There were eight airmen on board. Search and rescue operations are now underway to locate both the aircrew and their aircraft.
Japan calls on US military to suspend Osprey flights after fatal crash Press TV 30 Nov 2023 -- Japan has asked the US military to suspend all non-emergency V-22 Osprey flights over its territory after one crashed into the sea in western Japan, killing at least one person onboard and leaving several more missing, authorities said.
Japan Asks US to Suspend V-22 Osprey Flights Following Deadly Crash Sputnik 30 Nov 2023 -- Japan has suspended operations of the V-22 Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft in the wake of a crash off the coast earlier this week. The notoriously unstable aircraft has had dozens of crashes, often triggering similar temporary groundings.
Japan, Republic of Korea, U.S. Navies Conduct Trilateral Maritime Exercise US Navy 29 Nov 2023 -- The U.S. Navy's Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1 conducted a trilateral maritime exercise with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) and Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN), Nov. 26.
Vietnam, Japan upgrade relations to highest level Radio Free Asia 28 Nov 2023 -- Vietnam and Japan have officially upgraded relations to a "comprehensive strategic partnership" during a visit by the Vietnamese president to Tokyo.
Chinese Military Calls on Tokyo to Stop 'Illegal' Activities Near Disputed Islands Sputnik 28 Nov 2023 -- China calls on Japan to immediately stop illegal activities in the waters of the disputed Diaoyu Islands in the South China Sea, also known as the Senkaku Islands, the Chinese army's Eastern Theater Command said on Tuesday.
G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on the Situation in Israel and Gaza US Dept. of State 28 Nov 2023 -- The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the High Representative of the European Union.
Countries go from strength to strength Australia DOD 28 Nov 2023 -- Naval and air assets from the ADF recently joined forces with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) for Exercise Nichi Gou Trident (NGT) 23-2 during a regional presence deployment.
China, Japan, S. Korea should play more proactive role in promoting regional, global development: Wang Yi People's Daily 27 Nov 2023 -- China, Japan and South Korea should play a more proactive role in promoting regional and global development facing accelerating changes unseen in a century and the slow recovery of the world economy, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said here on Sunday.
S Korea, Japan, China fail to set summit date, condemn N Korea Radio Free Asia 26 Nov 2023 -- South Korea, Japan, and China have not only failed to agree on a date for a landmark trilateral summit of their leaders, but also in jointly condemning North Korea's latest satellite launch that violated United Nations Security Council resolutions, exposing the widening gaps in reinvigorating that three-party cooperation.
Trilateral foreign ministers' meeting between China, Japan and SK injects stability to region Global Times 26 Nov 2023 -- China is willing to make efforts with both South Korea and Japan to promote the resumption of trilateral cooperation, Chinese top diplomat said at the trilateral foreign ministers' meeting between China, Japan and South Korea which was held in the South Korean city of Bushan on Sunday.
Chinese, South Korean, Japanese Foreign Ministers to Meet VOA 25 Nov 2023 -- The foreign ministers of South Korea, China and Japan are set to meet in Busan, South Korea, on Sunday, the first trilateral foreign ministerial meeting since August 2019.
In show of force, US and Japan hold naval drills in Philippine Sea Radio Free Asia 24 Nov 2023 -- Fighter jets roared off the aircraft carrier's flat top into the night, their afterburners glowing.
Secretary Blinken's Call with Republic of Korea Foreign Minister Park and Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa US Dept. of State 24 Nov 2023
S Korea, Japan, China FMs to discuss trilateral summit, N Korea Radio Free Asia 23 Nov 2023 -- South Korea, Japan, and China are set to convene their first foreign ministers' meeting in four years in the South Korean port city of Busan on Sunday, where the major geopolitical players in Asia will address a comprehensive array of topics, including both economic and security issues.
G7 Foreign Ministers' Statement on the Launch Using Ballistic Missile Technology by North Korea US Dept. of State 22 Nov 2023 -- The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union.
Readout of Assistant Secretary of Defense Ely Ratner's Calls With Republic of Korea and Japan DoD 21 Nov 2023 -- U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs Ely Ratner spoke today in separate calls with Republic of Korea (ROK) Deputy Minister for National Defense Policy Heo Taekeun and with Japan Director-General for Defense Policy Kano Koji.
Measures taken by China against dumping of nuclear-contaminated water by Japan are entirely reasonable and necessary: FM Global Times 20 Nov 2023 -- The current measures taken by China and other relevant parties in response to the dumping of nuclear-contaminated water from Japan's Fukushima nuclear plant into the sea are completely justified and necessary, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning on Monday said in response to whether the two countries would have the dialogue to address the issue.
Opening remarks - Australia-Japan Bilateral Meeting Prime Minister of Australia 18 Nov 2023
NATO and Japan deepen cooperation on emerging security challenges NATO 17 Nov 2023 -- NATO Assistant Secretary General for Emerging Security Challenges David van Weel concluded a successful three-day visit to Japan on 15 November 2023. Deepening NATO-Japan cooperation on cyber defence, cutting edge technologies and defence against hybrid threats was at the core of all discussions with representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the National Security Secretariat, the Ministry of Defence, including the Chief of Staff, the Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency, as well as with Japan's scientific community and academia.
Japan - Tomahawk Weapon System DSCA 17 Nov 2023 -- The State Department has made a determination approving a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Japan of Tomahawk Weapon System and related equipment for an estimated cost of $2.35 billion. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency delivered the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale today.
Xi meets Kishida, reaffirming strategic and mutually beneficial relations Global Times 17 Nov 2023 -- Chinese President Xi Jinping met Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in San Francisco on the sidelines of the APEC meetings on Thursday afternoon local time, reaffirming the position of comprehensively advancing the strategic and mutually beneficial relations between China and Japan and stressing that the foundation of bilateral relations should not be damaged or shaken, especially when it comes to major questions of principle related to history and Taiwan.
China's defense ministry urges Japan not to destabilize South China Sea People's Daily 17 Nov 2023 -- A spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense on Thursday urged Japan not to stir up trouble in the South China Sea.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with Prime Minister of Japan Kishida Fumio Prime Minister of Canada 16 Nov 2023
Yoon, Kishida aim for better ties; island issues may constrain Radio Free Asia 16 Nov 2023 -- South Korea and Japan are set to improve their once-strained relations across sectors including security and technology - a development aligning with the U.S. President Joe Biden's strategy to maintain Washington's influence in Asia, amidst ongoing security challenges in Europe and the Middle East.
Readout of President Biden's Meeting with Prime Minister Kishida of Japan The White House 16 Nov 2023
Secretary Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo, Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa Yoko, And Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Nishimura Yasutoshi Before Their Meeting US Dept. of State 14 Nov 2023
Japan to expand security assistance framework to Vietnam, Djibouti, sparking concerns Global Times 14 Nov 2023 -- Japan is considering providing defense equipment to Vietnam and Djibouti under a new security assistance framework after a similar move with the Philippines, Japanese media outlet NHK reported on Monday. This new framework of cooperation clearly targets China, but it will very likely end up as wishful thinking, experts noted on Tuesday.
US, Japan, S.Korea defense chiefs agree to upgrade ties Global Times 13 Nov 2023 -- Provocations by the US, Japan and South Korea against North Korea will further exacerbate tensions on the Korean Peninsula, making the situation more volatile and requiring more crisis management measures, Chinese experts warned on Monday, after defense chiefs from US, Japan and South Korea affirmed they would finalize a trilateral multi-year exercise plan by the end of 2023 and agreed to speed up the sharing of real-time data on North Korean missile launches, during a three-way security meeting.
Japan's early deployment of upgraded missiles accelerates crisis, to plunge region into vicious arms race Global Times 13 Nov 2023 -- Japan's Defense Ministry has decided to fast-track the deployment of an upgraded version of its Ground Self-Defense Force's anti-ship missile, Japanese media outlets have recently revealed. Chinese military observers warned Monday that the early deployment reflects the expansion of Japan's military ambitions and will inevitably undermine peace and stability in the region, plunging it into a major crisis and a vicious arms race.
Japan and China Open Hotline Amid Simmering Tensions VOA 13 Nov 2023 -- Just days ago, Chinese and Japanese coast guard ships faced off — again — over rocky islets in the East China Sea that each nation claims as its own.
United States-Japan-Republic of Korea Trilateral Ministerial Meeting Unilateral Press Statement DoD 12 Nov 2023 -- U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, Republic of Korea (ROK) Minister of National Defense Shin Wonsik, and Japanese Minister of Defense Kihara Minoru convened a Trilateral Ministerial Meeting on November 12, 2023.
Japan to Speed Up Deployment of Upgraded Guided Missiles Before 2026 - Reports Sputnik 12 Nov 2023 -- The Japanese Ground Self-Defense Forces is going to add the upgraded Type-12 surface-to-ship guided missiles to its arsenal before 2026, earlier than initially planned, Japanese media reported on Sunday.
G7 Japan 2023 Foreign Ministers' Statement US Dept. of State 08 Nov 2023 -- The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union.
G7 states urge so-called 'humanitarian pusses', refrain from calling for ceasefire in war-torn Gaza Strip Press TV 08 Nov 2023 -- The Group of Seven (G7) of industrialized nations has clearly refrained from calling for a ceasefire in the besieged Gaza Strip to halt Israel's current bloodshed, but urges for so-called "humanitarian pauses" in the Palestinian territory.
Planned Philippines-Japan joint military drill raises alert, warning from Chinese experts Global Times 08 Nov 2023 -- The Philippines and Japan hope to hold a joint exercise under a new bilateral security pact next year, which Chinese experts said on Wednesday is a dangerous plan that could pose several threats to regional peace and stability.
Joint Statement on the Japan-ROK-U.S. Trilateral Dialogue on Space Security US Dept. of State 08 Nov 2023 -- Japan, the United States, and the Republic of Korea (ROK) held a trilateral dialogue on space security in Seoul on November 8, 2023.
Two U.S. Navy carriers join Japan destroyer on Multi-Large Deck Event in Philippine Sea US Navy 07 Nov 2023 -- The Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group, Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) conclude a Multi-Large Deck Event (MLDE) in the Philippine Sea, Nov. 4-8, 2023.
Blinken in Japan for G7; Gaza War Set to be a Focus VOA 07 Nov 2023 -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken says this week's Group of Seven foreign ministers' meetings are an important moment for member countries to speak with "one clear voice" in response to the Israel-Hamas war and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Progress of landmark UK-Japan treaties driven forward as Defence Secretary visits Tokyo UK MOD 07 Nov 2023 -- The visit is the latest in a series of high-level UK-Japan bilateral engagements this year, driving progress on two major treaties
Japan Extends Military Mission in Middle East for 1 Year - Reports Sputnik 07 Nov 2023 -- The Japanese government has decided to extend the deployment of its armed forces in the Middle East by one year amid the ongoing crisis in the region, Japanese media reported on Tuesday, citing the cabinet.
Secretary Blinken's Meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Kishida US Dept. of State 07 Nov 2023
Secretary Blinken's Meeting with Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa US Dept. of State 07 Nov 2023
Secretary Antony J. Blinken And Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa Yoko Before Their Meeting US Dept. of State 07 Nov 2023
Japan PM vows defense cooperation with Philippines in historic speech Radio Free Asia 05 Nov 2023 -- Prime Minister Fumio Kishida became the first Japanese leader to address both chambers of the Philippine Congress on Saturday, underscoring a new phase in relations between the two Asian countries marked by territorial disputes with China.
Japan, Philippines Boost Alliance to Counter China, Analysts Say VOA 04 Nov 2023 -- Japan and the Philippines announced Friday the start of negotiations for a defense pact that would allow troops to be deployed to each other's territory, a move analysts say is largely prompted by China's increasingly aggressive behavior in disputed waters.
Philippines, Japan boost military ties amid tensions in South China Sea Radio Free Asia 03 Nov 2023 -- The leaders of Japan and the Philippines signed a military aid package on Friday and pledged to begin negotiations on a defense pact as both countries encounter rising tensions with China.
Joint Press Statement on the Outcome of the Visit of Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio To The Philippines Philippines DFA 03 Nov 2023 -- H.E. KISHIDA Fumio, Prime Minister of Japan, conducted an official visit to the Philippines and had a meeting with H.E. Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., President of the Republic of the Philippines.
Blinken Heads to Japan, South Korea, India After Middle East Visit VOA 02 Nov 2023 -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will head to Japan, South Korea and India next week after his meetings in the Middle East to advance efforts to "support a free and open Indo-Pacific region."
IAEA Confirms Third Batch of ALPS Treated Water Released Today Has Tritium Level Far Below Japan's Operational Limit IAEA 02 Nov 2023 -- The tritium concentration in the third batch of diluted ALPS treated water, which Japan's Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) started discharging today, is far below the country's operational limit, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) experts present at the site confirmed.
Japan urged to investigate atrocities against Uyghurs Radio Free Asia 01 Nov 2023 -- Parliamentarians from around the world issued a joint declaration calling on Japan to conduct an independent investigation of the Chinese government's rights abuses against Uyghurs in Xinjiang and to sanction Communist Party officials who have played a role in it.

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November 2023 - Japan Special Weapons News