Japan & International — Combined Forces Command

Japan: Japan expressed support for trilateral security cooperation with the US and South Korea, concerned about regional stability.

International — Combined Forces Command: The International — Combined Forces Command conducted the exercise with adjustments, reflecting the reduced scope and duration.

Japan: Japan is affected by North Korea's missile tests and military build-up, which have heightened regional tensions. The peace proposal could reduce threats, but Japan remains cautious.

International — Combined Forces Command: The International — Combined Forces Command conducts joint US-South Korea drills and adjusts training based on North Korean threats. Its activities are central to deterrence but also provoke North Korean reactions.