Tokyo's defense paper lashed for labeling Beijing a threat

The Japanese defense white paper has again listed China and other neighboring countries as threats, which aims to foster an "insecure" atmosphere so Tokyo can enhance its military capabilities, according to a Chinese expert.

The Japanese Cabinet approved the annual defense white paper report on Tuesday, saying the current security environment surrounding Japan has become increasingly tense, with various challenges and destabilizing factors becoming more tangible and acute.

The 564-page white paper said there has been "a noticeable trend among Japan's neighbors to modernize and reinforce their military capabilities and to intensify their military activities".