@redwhitedude

I don't know if you have a leader who has a different view of past deployment of its forces(i.e. WWII) than the internationally accepted interpretation allowing for overseas deployment would be a wise move. Japan has a precedent in springing unpleasant surprises. Just look at what they did around 1919 with the 21 demands on China while allied to the UK. The best way to ensure that this doesn't happen is that they are in the same page with the past.

@redwhitedude

Malaysia rife with human rights abuses? Isn't that the case with South East Asia in genera? Just look at the list of the countries in that region.

@redwhitedude

This sounds like an accident waiting to happen if vietnam needs to show its nationalist credentials. China is too strong for vietnam in a direct confrontation. However vietnam is going to get more sympathy.