Japan’s Koizumi rejects China accusations of ‘new militarism’
Defence minister says Tokyo is pursuing security co-operation across Asia-Pacific region
Japan Rejects 'New Militarism' Claims
- Japan defence chief takes swipe at China at security meet Bangkok Post —
- Japan defense chief takes swipe at China The Korea Herald —
- Japan defence minister rebuffs claims of ‘new militarism’ levelled by China The Guardian —
- Japan pushes back against accusations of 'new militarism' Bangkok Post —
- Japan defence minister denies militarism, criticises China's 'huge arsenal' BBC News —