The US and Japan are taking concrete steps to bolster their military alliance in response to China's aggressive moves in East Asia, including establishing joint forces under the American commander in the Indo-Pacific.
The statement highlights the need to increase co-production of air-to-air missiles and air defense interceptor missiles, emphasizing the importance of the mutual-defense clause in their treaty due to the security threats posed by regional actors.
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