Japan SDF participates in joint Philippine drill

Japan SDF participates in joint Philippine drill

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian speaks at a press conference in Beijing on May 6, 2026, criticizing launches by the Japanese Self-Defense Forces of anti-ship missiles during the annual Balikatan exercise in Paoay, the Philippines.

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