TOKYO -- Japan's Air Self-Defense Force is participating in a major training exercise conducted by the U.S. Air Force around Japan, in what observers say is a show of unity intended to boost deterrence against China.
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Japanese Air Self-Defense Force F-15 and F-35A jets will participate in the REFORPAC exercise. (Photo by Konosuke Urata)
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