Article V of the Japan- U.S. Security Treaty specifies the United States’ “ironclad” dedication to protect all of Japan, including the Senkaku Islands and various other regions, stated Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III.
The Senkaku Islands, declared by China, remain in the East China Sea, concerning 43 miles northeastof Taiwan
Austin supplied statements today, organizing an improved honor cordon and conference, inviting Japanese Defense Minister Minoru Kihara to the Pentagon.
“This is a time of historic momentum in the U.S.-Japan alliance. We support your government’s bold decisions to invest in advanced capabilities including counterstrike, and to increase defense spending to 2% of Japan’s gross domestic product by 2027,” Austin stated.
Japan and the U.S. face significant obstacles including China’s forceful actions, …