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Japan's overseas fighter-jet deployments reflect push toward military normalization

Japan is deploying fighter jets overseas, highlighting its expanding military role and ambitions to normalize defense activities beyond its territory.

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A broader Japanese military posture could affect security dynamics in East Asia.

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  1. Deployment of fighter jets overseas lays bare Japan's ambition for military 'normalization' ↗eng.chinamil.com.cn · Recorded source date: Sep 8, 2026, 7:46 PM UTC
  2. Deployment of fighter jets overseas lays bare Japan's ambition for military 'normalization' ↗eng.chinamil.com.cn · Recorded source date: Sep 8, 2026, 7:47 PM UTC

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