Japan
Japan is investing $57 billion in its defence for 2025, emphasizing the enhancement of its Self-Defense Forces to address growing regional tensions, particularly with China, and to bolster its air and naval capabilities.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Macedonia | 2 | 5.50 | 0.19% | +0% | 2,083,374 | 4,014 | $12,800 | 25$ |
| Russia | 2 | 5.00 | 0.12% | +0% | 144,104,080 | 170,739 | $1,500,000 | 1,777$ |
| Ecuador | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 17,643,060 | 10,210 | $108,000 | 62$ |
| Andorra | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 77,265 | 60 | $3,000 | 2$ |
| Saudi Arabia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 34,813,871 | 27,369 | $700,000 | 550$ |
| Estonia | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 1,326,539 | 766 | $31,000 | 18$ |
| Totals | 8 | 200,048,189 | 213,158 | $2,354,800 | 2,434$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Russia:
Japan's consulate requested the return of the exhibit from the Sakhalin regional library.
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Russia:
Japan's consulate requested the return of the exhibit from the Sakhalin regional library.
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Estonia:
Japan is mentioned in relation to tsunami warnings issued due to the earthquake.
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North Macedonia:
Japan is competing for placement against Romania.
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Saudi Arabia:
Japan joined other countries in condemning the violence in Gaza.
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North Macedonia:
Japan was among the countries calling for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza war.
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Andorra:
Japan is referred to as a dream destination for the author.
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Ecuador:
Japan has authorized its forces to shoot down Chinese drones that invade or approach its airspace without permission.
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Taiwan:
Japan has competed in all seven editions of the U-12 World Cup.
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Bulgaria:
Bulgaria started with a clean victory 3:0 against Japan in their hosting of the Nations League.
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