Germany and Japan Are Rearming Again, 80 Years After World War II
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- Japan and Germany, former Axis powers in World War II, are rapidly rebuilding their militaries amid renewed wariness of the United States and growing concerns about China and Russia.
- The two countries are strengthening their cooperation by sharing military technology and weapons, including drones and helicopters, to support their rearmament efforts.
- Their partnership is defensive in nature, with Germany backing Ukraine against Russia and Japan focused on threats from China and North Korea.
- Unlike their World War II alliance, Japan and Germany are now collaborating alongside former adversaries such as Britain, Canada, and France, all members of the Group of 7.
- They position themselves as defenders of international law and institutions aimed at countering the coercive actions of major global powers.