A resolution expressing unwavering support for the United States-Japan alliance in response to political, economic and military pressure by the People's Republic of China.
This resolution expresses unwavering support for the United States-Japan alliance, which is recognized as the cornerstone of peace, security, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific. It specifically addresses recent political, economic, and military pressure exerted by the People's Republic of China against Japan, following remarks by Prime Minister Takaichi regarding a potential "survival-threatening situation" for Japan in the context of a Taiwan Strait blockade. China's actions have included harsh criticism, cultural performance suspensions, travel advisories, re-imposition of import bans, and military provocations near the Senkaku Islands and Okinawa, as well as joint military exercises with Russia. The resolution condemns the Government of the People's Republic of China's use of economic, military, and diplomatic coercion and aggression against Japan, a United States defense treaty ally. It commends Japan's opposition to China's efforts to undermine regional stability and unilaterally change the status quo in the Taiwan Strait by force or coercion. Furthermore, it reaffirms the United States' unwavering commitment to Article V of the U.S.-Japan Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security, explicitly stating that the Senkaku Islands fall within its scope, and stands with Japan against China's attempts to harass and escalate tensions.
A resolution expressing unwavering support for the United States-Japan alliance in response to political, economic and military pressure by the People's Republic of China.
USA119th CongressSRES-547| Senate
| Updated: 12/17/2025
This resolution expresses unwavering support for the United States-Japan alliance, which is recognized as the cornerstone of peace, security, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific. It specifically addresses recent political, economic, and military pressure exerted by the People's Republic of China against Japan, following remarks by Prime Minister Takaichi regarding a potential "survival-threatening situation" for Japan in the context of a Taiwan Strait blockade. China's actions have included harsh criticism, cultural performance suspensions, travel advisories, re-imposition of import bans, and military provocations near the Senkaku Islands and Okinawa, as well as joint military exercises with Russia. The resolution condemns the Government of the People's Republic of China's use of economic, military, and diplomatic coercion and aggression against Japan, a United States defense treaty ally. It commends Japan's opposition to China's efforts to undermine regional stability and unilaterally change the status quo in the Taiwan Strait by force or coercion. Furthermore, it reaffirms the United States' unwavering commitment to Article V of the U.S.-Japan Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security, explicitly stating that the Senkaku Islands fall within its scope, and stands with Japan against China's attempts to harass and escalate tensions.