High-tech U.S. missile systems come to Japan amid policy shifts and China concerns

TL;DR The U.S. military is deploying advanced missile systems, including the Typhon and NMESIS, to Japan for joint training exercises with the Self-Defense Forces. This marks a shift in Japan’s defense policy, driven by concerns over China’s military activities and the need for counterstrike capabilities. The deployments, alongside Japan’s own missile upgrades, aim to deter potential threats and strengthen regional security.