Japan plans to continue to boost its defence capabilities amid the security challenges in East Asia, the country's foreign minister told his US counterpart.
Donald Trump's return as president has triggered expectations that the US could put pressure on allies to increase defence spending.
Rebecca Bundhun reports.
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