Japan and other U.S. allies must spend “far more” on defense and assume greater responsibility for their regions, the White House said in a new National Security Strategy (NSS) that also lays out a vague plan for a “burden-sharing network.”
The strategy, the first of U.S. President Donald Trump’s second term, reflects his longstanding view that the American system of alliances is “one-sided” in favor of allies — a position that has rattled Tokyo and stoked fears about Washington’s commitment to their security treaty and the region at large.
“From military alliances to trade relations and beyond, the United States will insist on being treated fairly by other countries,” the strategy, quietly released late Thursday in Washington, says.
With your current subscription plan you can comment on stories. However, before writing your first comment, please create a display name in the Profile section of your subscriber account page.