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In recent months, East Asia has become the focal point of heightened military activities and geopolitical tensions. Beijing's abrupt initiation of three days of military exercises around Taiwan drew widespread condemnation, painting an alarming picture of escalating regional instability. Meanwhile, Japan, responding to the changing security landscape, has unveiled a new national security strategy, with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida warning that the invasion of Ukraine could serve as a precursor for conflicts in East Asia. This shift signals Japan’s intent to bolster its military capabilities and strategically position itself amid growing regional threats, particularly from China and North Korea.