Rule Japanica: America and Japan are building the alliance China fears

The article highlights the strengthening U.S.-Japan alliance as a critical counterbalance to Chinese and Russian aggression, emphasizing Japan's military, economic, and strategic contributions. Japan hosts 60,000 U.S. service members, covers 75% of their costs, and maintains the only forward-deployed U.S. carrier strike group in Yokosuka. It also underscores Japan's proactive support for Taiwan's defense and regional stability.