U.S. Space Force launches Tokyo unit to bolster integrated deterrence

The U.S. Space Force on Wednesday launched a unit at Yokota Air Base in western Tokyo, with the aim of strengthening space defense and bilateral deterrence capabilities.During the activation ceremony at the U.S. base, Brig. Gen. Anthony Mastalir, commander of U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific, said as countries like North Korea, Russia and China threaten the stability of the Indo-Pacific region, "U.S. Space Forces Japan will serve as the focal point for deepening collaboration and synchronization between the United States and Japan in national security."The new unit is expected to enhance Japa…READ FULL ARTICLE