Video: Is China Facing a Major Defeat in Its Taiwan Gamble?

Japan has boosted its defense stance by deploying the Type-03 Chu-SAM, a medium-long range missile system designed to counter aerial threats across the first island chain. Built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, the Chu-SAM features advanced radar and guidance systems to deliver mobile air defense against PLA fighter jets and cruise missiles.

Its deployment focuses on strategic corridors where airspace dominance remains contested. The system’s mobility enables quick repositioning to defend essential military bases and infrastructure. Taiwan’s security dynamics are directly impacted, as Japan’s missile defense complicates PLA planning and strengthens deterrence across key regional routes. The Chu-SAM adds a crucial layer to Japan’s integrated air-defense architecture, reinforcing alliances and preparedness against growing threats in the Taiwan Strait and Indo-Pacific.