TOKYO -- Japan's Self-Defense Forces have participated in 50% more joint exercises with the U.S. military so far this year than in the same period of 2021 as the partners strengthen deterrence on the front lines of a potential conflict around Taiwan.
International relations
U.S. and Japan step up joint drills by 50% as Taiwan tensions rise
Maritime operations in focus as Chinese military activity intensifies
Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyers participate in an exercise on Aug. 7 with a U.S. replenishment oiler. (Photo courtesy of the Maritime Staff Office)
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