Summary
Ongoing US-China tensions and the US war against Iran have heightened anxieties for residents in Okinawa –– many of whom live and work alongside American military bases such as Futenma Air Station. For 80 years, US bases have occupied about a fifth of the island, placing Okinawa at the centre of regional security dynamics, and at risk of getting caught in potential retaliatory strikes involving American forces. Daily life has also been affected by the constant aircraft noise and pollution linked to military activity. While some locals receive compensation, others have concerns over the long-term social and economic costs.
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