Japan-U.S. Joint Exercise "Keen Sword" Begins with 57,000 Participants Nationwide
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On November 19, the Japan-U.S. joint integrated exercise "Keen Sword 27" began in earnest across Japan. This exercise is the largest-scale training conducted jointly by Japan and the United States within the country.
According to an announcement by the Ministry of Defense, a total of approximately 57,000 personnel from the Self-Defense Forces and the U.S. military are scheduled to participate in this year's exercise. The training will take place in various locations throughout Japan, with a total of nine sites, including civilian airports and ports in Okinawa Prefecture, slated for use.
There are also reports that U.S. military radar has arrived on Yonaguni Island, heightening interest in regional security. The purpose of this exercise is to strengthen Japan-U.S. cooperation and enhance response capabilities in the event of an emergency.
The exercise is scheduled to continue in various locations moving forward. The government intends to use this training to strengthen the deterrence and response capabilities of the Japan-U.S. alliance.
Sources: 琉球新報デジタル
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