U.S. Ambassador: Japan-U.S. Unity Key to Indo-Pacific Stability

As the United States Ambassador to Japan, George Glass, I had the distinct honor of addressing the newly formed 'National Strength Research Association' within the Liberal Democratic Party. It is a testament to the robust and evolving alliance between our nations that such a dedicated group of nearly 350 parliamentarians has come together. My address, focusing on the vision of a 'Golden Age of Japan-U.S. Relations under President Trump and Prime Minister Takaichi,' underscored the unparalleled closeness of our current ties.

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The Indo-Pacific region must maintain stability if it is to continue to prosper.

I shared with them that President Trump's first call after his summit with Chinese leadership was to Prime Minister Takaichi, detailing the conversation. This is not merely a diplomatic courtesy; it is a clear signal of the profound trust and deep-seated reliability that defines the Japan-U.S. alliance. We stand united against any attempts to destabilize the Indo-Pacific, a region vital for global prosperity. Our commitment extends to maintaining the status quo in the Taiwan Strait, pursuing denuclearization on the Korean Peninsula, and unequivocally defending Japanese territories, including the Senkaku Islands.

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The United States opposes any attempts to create disputes in this region and will firmly stand with Japan to maintain the status quo in the Taiwan Strait, promote denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula, and fulfill its commitment to protect the integrity of Japanese territories, including the Senkaku Islands.

I must address the baseless accusations from China and Russia, who label Japan's strengthening defense policy as 'new militarism.' This is a blatant distortion of reality, a desperate attempt to undermine the very foundation of our security. Let me be clear: the solidarity between Japan and the United States is precisely what our adversaries fear most. Their clumsy strategies to weaken our alliance are doomed to fail. Japan's proactive steps to increase its defense budget and acquire counterstrike capabilities are not only welcome but essential for enhancing our collective deterrence.

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The thing that adversarial countries fear most is the unity between Japan and the United States.

In an increasingly complex security environment, deterrence requires adaptability, complementarity, and cutting-edge systems. There is no time for complacency; continuous investment in our deterrent capabilities is not a one-off task, but an ongoing imperative. The vision I presented is one of mutual security, shared prosperity, and unwavering resolve. It is a vision built on the bedrock of the Japan-U.S. alliance, a partnership that is more critical now than ever before.

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This is completely detached from the facts and is baseless slander.