"Japan's Potential Role in AUKUS Security Pact Raises Global Concerns"

The US, UK, and Australia are considering involving Japan in their AUKUS security pact to counter China's influence in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly in advanced capabilities projects. However, obstacles remain, including US export-control restrictions and Japan's need to enhance cyber defenses and rules for guarding secrets. The AUKUS partnership aims to push back against China's growing influence, with its first stage focused on delivering nuclear-powered attack submarines to Australia and a second stage on advanced capabilities and technology sharing.