U.S.-Japan Alliance and Military Presence in Okinawa
President Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida are discussing upgrades to their alliance, focusing on Okinawa which hosts 70% of U.S. military bases in Japan. The 12th Marine Littoral Regiment was established in Okinawa to enhance defense against adversaries like China. There are concerns about downsizing the Marines and focusing on island defense. The island's peace movement faces challenges due to the aging population and changing attitudes among young Okinawans.