TOKYO -- Japan will consider designating China an unprecedented "strategic challenge" in its new National Security Strategy, taking a tougher stance on the country in line with key recent documents from the U.S. and NATO.
International relations
Japan weighs labeling China a 'challenge' in new security strategy
Tokyo explores tougher language to align with U.S., NATO policy documents
A Chinese naval ship makes a port call in the Philippines. Beijing continues to ramp up military spending. © Reuters
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