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For China, Japan's advancements in military technology represent a troubling development. Japan's railgun and its implications for countering hypersonic missiles may challenge China's regional aspirations. Additionally, the reinvigorated military alliance between Japan and the U.S. compounds the threat China feels.
China's response to Japan's railgun test, including its claims of developing similar weaponry, highlights the urgency and vulnerability China experiences in this changing military landscape. By bridging technological gaps and countering Chinese aggressiveness, Japan’s military advancements may recalibrate power dynamics in the Indo-Pacific.