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US Boosts Kadena Air Base Defenses Amid Taiwan Tensions

12/3/2025

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The United States is strengthening defenses at Kadena Air Base in Japan amid rising Taiwan tensions.
Kadena sits about 595 kilometers from Taiwan, with China possessing more than 2,000 ballistic missiles capable of reaching Japan.
Recent drills focus on rapid airfield damage repair to maintain readiness.
Analysts say Pacific airfields lack hardening and fortification progress is slow, underscoring the need for stronger defenses and durable alliances.

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The United States is strengthening defenses at Kadena Air Base in Japan amid rising Taiwan tensions.
Kadena sits about 595 kilometers from Taiwan, with China possessing more than 2,000 ballistic missiles capable of reaching Japan.
Recent drills focus on rapid airfield damage repair to maintain readiness.
Analysts say Pacific airfields lack hardening and fortification progress is slow, underscoring the need for stronger defenses and durable alliances.