What's happened
The US military is purchasing Japanese seafood to counter China's import ban following the release of treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear plant.
Why it matters
This event is significant as it highlights the geopolitical and economic tensions between the US, Japan, and China, and the efforts to counteract China's economic coercion.
What the papers say
The South China Morning Post emphasizes China's perspective, with its foreign ministry spokesperson criticizing the US ambassador's comments. In contrast, Axios and The Independent focus on the US military's initiative to support Japan and counter China's economic coercion.
How we got here
The release of treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear plant has led to China imposing an import ban on Japanese seafood, prompting the US military to step in and purchase Japanese seafood to support Japan and counteract China's economic coercion.
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