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In fiscal year 2021, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) scrambled its fighter aircraft 1,004 times, the second-highest recorded in a year since 1958. The Ministry of Defense stated that the majority of the scrambles, 722 in total, were in response to Chinese aircraft movements, reflecting increased regional tensions. The announcement comes amidst ongoing territorial disputes between Japan and neighboring countries such as China and Russia, highlighting the fragile geopolitical situation in the region.
Friday, 15 April, 2022