Ishiba says China's carrier deployment threatens Japan's security

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed serious concern that China's deployment of aircraft carriers around Taiwan significantly impacts Japan's security. Ishiba's remarks followed reports that China's Vice Premier He Lifeng plans to visit Japan on July 10th, potentially signaling improved relations, despite ongoing tensions. He voiced these concerns while campaigning for the upcoming Senate elections. Ishiba also criticized China's support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine, linking it to broader security concerns in Asia, and highlighted China's military expansion in the region.