Japan is planning to deploy advanced anti-ship missiles on Minamitorishima, a Pacific island, to enhance its defense against rising Chinese military activity. The move comes amid heightened tensions in the region. Japan's defense ministry seeks to deploy a launcher, spotting drones, and radar systems on the island as early as June.

Japan is reportedly planning to deploy advanced anti-ship missiles on Minamitorishima, the country’s easternmost island, as it moves to enhance its defence posture against what it perceives as rising Chinese military activity in the region. The defence ministry is also seeking to deploy a launcher, spotting drones and radar systems on the island as early as June, according to a report by national broadcaster NHK on Tuesday. These would be used to identify and target vessels, complementing the...