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How could the US-Japan missile facility agreement affect the Central Military Commission?

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The Central Military Commission may need to adjust doctrine to counter US-Japan defense buildup The agreement between the United States and Japan to establish a facility in Japan for the final assembly of advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles (AMRAAMs) strengthens the US-Japan defense industrial cooperation under 'Operation Supercharge'. This move is aimed at building a credible denial defense in the First Island Chain. This enhanced military capability and strategic alignment increases the pressure on China's military leadership, requiring the Central Military Commission to consider adjustments to its military doctrine and resource allocation to counter the growing deterrence in the region.

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  • The US and Japan agreed to establish a facility in Japan for the final assembly and check-out of advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles (AMRAAMs).japanherald.com, aninews.in
  • The agreement is part of a joint defense production effort called 'Operation Supercharge'.japanherald.com, aninews.in
  • The two defence chiefs also agreed to expand defence industrial cooperation, including plans to increase production of SM-3 Block IIA missiles.japanherald.com, aninews.in
  • The development comes amid increased Chinese military activities in the region and around Taiwan.japanherald.com, aninews.in

Why it matters

For the Central Military Commission, maintaining regional military dominance and stability is paramount. The strengthening of the US-Japan alliance and the increase in advanced munitions production represent a significant strategic challenge to China's military objectives and its ability to project power in the First Island Chain.

This development occurs while the United States has noted a significant depletion of its missile arsenals amid its ongoing war against Iran, yet the US-Japan cooperation is designed to counter what US officials term aggression by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The increased military cooperation is part of a broader trend of intensifying military activities in East Asia.

What we don't know yet

  • How will the Central Military Commission respond to the increased US-Japan military capability?
  • Will the US-Japan agreement lead to further expansion of defense industrial cooperation in the region?

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China announces a major military modernization or deployment in the regionThis would confirm the CMC is taking the threat seriously and accelerate the need for doctrinal adjustments.
The US and Japan agree to further increase joint training exercises and facility useThis would solidify the strategic threat, making the CMC's response more urgent and potentially stronger.

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