Japanese government sources said that the United States and Japan listed mainland China as imaginary enemies in the joint military exercise, showing that concerns about the future war in the Taiwan Strait became increasing.
Comprehensive Japan Times and Kyodo News reported that the U.S. and the Japanese Self -Defense Force began a computer simulation exercise "Keen Edge" on Thursday (February 1). The exercise is expected to last until the 8th.The exercise imagined the emergency situation in Taiwan.
Yoshihide Yoshida, chief of staff of the Ministry of Defense, said at a press conference on January 25 that the exercise "did not target a specific country or region."
Reporting pointed out that the "Blade" exercise reflects the increasing sense of urgency of the Japanese government. They are worriedEssence
It is believed that Japan has listed this scene as a special secret according to the relevant confidential law.
The results of the "Blade" exercise will be reflected in the final plan preparation at the end of this year. The Japanese and American troops are expected to conduct a "sharp blade" real -life exercise around 2025 to verify its effectiveness.
Japan and the United States have conducted joint exercises since 1986, and the two sides hold "sharp blades" and "Keensword" exercises every two years.
