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He later said the country's national security committee, including military commanders and representative from the president, would meet Tuesday.

It said China is wielding its economic leverage—through ports, logistics hubs and surveillance outposts—for greater military access and security influence.

The panel also flagged Beijing’s intensified military activities around Taiwan, a warning to investors who have brushed worries about the island democracy Beijing considers its own.

On Sunday, his security plans suffered a setback after Ecuadoreans rejected plans to change the constitution to allow foreign military bases to operate in the country.

Takaichi, who has been a vocal critic of China and its activities in the region, suggested earlier this month that Tokyo could take military action if Beijing attacked Taiwan.