TOKYO Okinawa Gov. Denny Tamaki denounced Japan's moves to possess counterstrike capabilities, or the ability to knock out missile launch sites and other bases in other countries, during a symposium held in Tokyo on February 8.
The Japanese government has stipulated the nation's possession of counter-strike capabilities in three security-related documents, including its National Security Strategy, which received Cabinet approval in December 2022, and has tried to bolster defense systems in the southwest area. During a symposium to celebrate 50 years since Okinawa reverted to Japanese sovereignty, Tamaki expressed concern, saying that Strengthening deterrence would instead heighten tensions in the region, and an unforeseen situation might arise. If equipment with the capability to attack enemy bases were placed in Japan's southwest area, I would definitely object and point out, '' This strays from the purpose of the Constitution, he said.
While showing the necessity of the Japan-U. He said that the burden of U.S. military bases concentrated in Okinawa is abnormal and absolutely intolerable. It is necessary for everyone living in Japan to view the problem of U.S. bases as their own issue. Tamaki emphasised the importance of easing tensions and fostering trust through diplomacy and dialogue. In fiscal 2023 he introduced the Okinawa Prefectural Government'sOkinawa Prefectural Government's plan to create a regional diplomacy office that will enhance interaction with countries overseas.
He said he wanted to improve the environment of security in the region, establish a relationship that makes it possible to organize and scale down U.S. military bases in Okinawa, and create a positive cycle for Okinawa's development.