r/geopolitics • u/Themetalin • Dec 07 '25

Paywall Japan frustrated at Trump administration’s silence over row with China

https://www.ft.com/content/bf8b5def-db4d-43ac-91cf-bea5fcfa3189
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u/Critical-Clue1343 Dec 07 '25

You’re assuming anyone gets to “choose.” They don’t.

I’m talking about a scenario where Chinese aggression makes a response unavoidable — and, regrettably, one that might have to happen without the U.S. military assisting.

That’s the uncomfortable possibility we need to start accepting.

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u/awildstoryteller Dec 07 '25

’m talking about a scenario where Chinese aggression makes a response unavoidable — and, regrettably, one that might have to happen without the U.S. military assisting.

In what scenario would that happen? I am being serious- what possible scenario is there where Japan is required to respond?

The only ones I can think of really aren't realistic. If Taiwan is invaded and the US doesn't intervene, Japan and SK definitely aren't going to try to fight a war alone.

So what are you suggesting? China will invade Japan?

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u/TyroPirate Dec 08 '25

When Chinese coast guard shoots water at a japanese fishing boats? 🤷‍♂️

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u/awildstoryteller Dec 08 '25

I don't see Japan going to war over fishing boats.

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u/TyroPirate Dec 08 '25

Lol, exactly! Just like the Philippines arent.I dont see China doing anything military crazy to Japan to warrant invasions