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Okinawa Governor Denny Tamaki reiterated his opposition to US military bases, Japan's Self-Defense Forces expansion, and the stance of 'when Taiwan has a problem, Japan has a problem' during a memorial ceremony marking the 79th anniversary of the Battle of Okinawa where a quarter of the island's population perished. Tamaki called for reducing US military presence in Okinawa, closing Futenma Air Base, and abandoning the construction of a new base in Henoko. He stressed the need for dialogue to resolve conflicts and criticized the buildup of the JSDF, expressing concerns about heightened risks of war. Tamaki's strong stance against US military bases and self-defense force expansion has drawn both support and criticism among the Japanese populace.
Source: YAHOO