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Analysis: Japan-US Keen Sword Drills Focus on Southwestern Islands Near Taiwan

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By TaiwanPlus

Japan and the US have launched Keen Sword 27, the largest ever edition of the biennial joint drills. TaiwanPlus spoke to defense analyst Bryce Barros from the Institute for National Defense and Security Research for what he'll be watching out for, including force composition, command structures and the latest weapons systems deployed.