The Globalist China-Japan tensions: Why the US is backing Japan
Dec 11, 2025
Mark Adelman, a seasoned campaign consultant for the U.S. Democrats, dives into the implications of local election results on national sentiment regarding affordability and Trump. Nina Dos Santos, an international correspondent, discusses the U.S. seizure of a Venezuelan tanker and its oil politics ramifications. They also explore the recent radar incident between China and Japan, highlighting U.S. support for Japan amid growing tensions, and take a lighter turn comparing Christmas dinner costs in the UK and France.
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China’s Military Moves As Strategic Messaging
- China repeatedly uses joint military exercises and aggressive targeting to put pressure on Japan and signal displeasure.
- Isabel Hilton and Tomohiko Taniguchi frame these moves as strategic messaging rather than isolated incidents.
2005 Riots Recalled To Contextualize Tensions
- Tomohiko Taniguchi recalls 2005 anti-Japanese riots tied to a Security Council dispute that damaged factories and consulate offices.
- He uses that memory to downplay current escalation as less severe than past crises.
History Shapes Modern Regional Nationalism
- Historical memory of wartime occupations fuels nationalist responses across Asia.
- Isabel Hilton argues unresolved historical grievances make the region prone to recurring flare-ups.