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AUKUS and The Possibility of Japan Joining
The Japanese have looked into their crystal ball and realised that a close relationship with the Americans is the only way forward due to the growing power of India and China in the Asian continent.
The unmanaged decline of Russia is leading to instability and future political chaos within the Asian continent.
They’ll have to prove their worth before Japan is welcomed in with open arms into the Australian, British and American Alliance.
Given Japan’s array of challenges, including trade issues, economic challenges, and demographic crises, it’s understandable that they are considering joining AUKUS.
AUKUS is a trilateral security partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States in the Indo-Pacific region.
This defence-focused coalition, comprising the US, the UK, and Australia, could provide Japan with the security and strategic advantages it seeks.
Japan has some significant changes to make.
While its naval capabilities are solid, it must shift its cultural and political mindset toward a more active role for itself and its region.
In realpolitik, that means getting your hands dirty, which entails shedding blood, fighting proxy wars, and spending money to pursue not just…
