Japanese Prime Minister Vows to Uphold Postwar Peace Amid Regional Tensions

Japanese PM Fumio Kishida vowed to adhere to a rules-based international order on the 79th anniversary of Japan's WWII defeat. He pledged to avoid repeating war tragedies and strengthen Japan's military ties, especially with the U.S., amid regional tensions involving China and North Korea.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has pledged to uphold a rules-based international order, marking the 79th anniversary of Japan's defeat in World War II with a peace vow.

At a solemn ceremony at Budokan hall, Kishida reaffirmed Japan's commitment to preventing another war and strengthening its pacifist resolve.

Despite regional tensions and historical grievances, Kishida has accelerated Japan's military buildup and tightened military cooperation with the United States and other Indo-Pacific partners.