Japan and Australia sign 'landmark' defense treaty amid concern over China

 

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Japan and Australia sign 'landmark' defense treaty amid concern over China

The pact will facilitate faster deployment of Japanese Self-Defense Forces and Australian Defense Force personnel, weapons and supplies for joint training and disaster relief operations.
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