TOKYO -- Candidates vying to become Japan's next prime minister discussed national security issues in Okinawa on Tuesday, with former Defense Minister Shigeru Ishiba proposing for U.S. military bases in the prefecture to be managed jointly with Japanese forces.
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Japan PM hopeful Ishiba floats joint U.S. base management in Okinawa
Former defense chief calls for updates to status of forces pact with eye on China
Aircraft at the U.S. Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. Okinawa hosts several U.S. military bases.
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