Oranje vs Samurai Blue: World Cup spices up defence diplomacy at Shangri-La Dialogue

The Straits Times — May 31, 10:30 AM

Defence talks or football rivals?

Japan and Dutch ministers face off on both fronts.

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Japan Rejects 'New Militarism' Claims

Japan defence minister denies militarism, criticises China's 'huge arsenal' BBC News — May 31, 06:34 AM
Japan defence chief takes swipe at China at security meet Bangkok Post — May 31, 05:45 AM
Japan defense chief takes swipe at China The Korea Herald — May 31, 05:41 AM
Japan’s Koizumi rejects China accusations of ‘new militarism’ Financial Times — May 31, 06:02 AM
Japan defence minister rebuffs claims of ‘new militarism’ levelled by China The Guardian — May 31, 05:02 AM