SECURITYJun 22 · 10:00 UTCSCMP CHINAAlbee Zhang

Japan’s latest live-fire drill is about offence, not defence: PLA Daily

China's military outlet, PLA Daily, warned that Japan's largest annual live-fire drill reflects the Self-Defence Force's shift toward offensive capabilities and re-militarization. The article stated Japan's military is becoming more offensive, dangerous, and combat-oriented.

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