From AP:
Shinzo Abe is set to take over as Japan’s prime minister Tuesday with a promise to create a more assertive nation and give its military a larger international role.
But the surge in Japan’s assertiveness coincides with the spectacular rise of China’s clout in the region – risking ever greater competition over resources, political influence and military stature in an already unstable region.
Beijing reacted testily to Abe’s landslide victory in last week’s ruling party elections, issuing a terse statement urging the new leader to improve frayed bilateral relations.leader to improve frayed bilateral relations. [Full Text]
Related article of “China says Japan ties “top priority”after Abe win” from Reuters
