The collaboration between Japan and the United States on anti—ballistic missle defense systems is bearing fruit rapidly. The two nations will launch a joint test of a sea—borne system next year in the Pacific. Other nations, including Australia, have signed on, as well, but the high level of advanced electronics and materials technology in the two nations makes their collaboration especially important.

While the left continues to drone on about how isolated the United States supposedly is, the Bush Administration has refined and extended its strategic partnerships with the countries which really matter. The Alliance which will preserve and extend civilization's blessings is strong, and getting stronger.

Posted by Thomas  07 09 04