Deepening Defense Collaboration: Commitment Declared by Japan and Australia
In a significant move to bolster defense cooperation, Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles and his Japanese counterpart Gen Nakatani held a meeting last week. Joining them from the Japanese side were Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya and Defense Minister Nakatani.
The meeting, which focused on strengthening joint deterrence, saw both countries agree to counter growing military threats in the East China Sea and South China Sea. A key decision made during the meeting was Australia's decision to introduce a warship based on an upgraded version of the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force's Mogami-class frigate.
The Mogami-class frigate, a vessel capable of strengthening joint deterrence, was warmly welcomed by both sides. The Australian warship, once introduced, will be capable of carrying common equipment with the U.S. military, further enhancing the alliance.
The cooperation between Japan and Australia is not new, but the current geopolitical landscape has necessitated a deeper level of collaboration. The two countries have agreed to deepen defense cooperation, with a joint statement issued by the foreign and defense ministers from both nations serving as a testament to their commitment.
The joint statement, further reinforced during the meeting, outlined the shared concerns of the two nations, including threats from China, Russia, and North Korea. Discussions on these threats will be stepped up between the foreign and defense officials from Japan and Australia.
The meeting also served to continue discussions on the growing military threats in the region. The cooperation between Japan and Australia is seen as a crucial step in maintaining peace and stability in the East and South China Seas.
Penny Wong and Richard Marles represented Australia at the meeting, while their Japanese counterparts were Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya and Defense Minister Gen Nakatani. The two countries are determined to work together to ensure a secure and peaceful future for the region.
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