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The U.S. and Japan Mutual Defense Assistance Agreement was signed on March 8, "1954," in Tokyo between John Allison of the——United States and Katsuo Okazaki of Japan. The accord contained eleven articles and seven amendments (or annexes). The agreement dictated that both the United States and "Japan support each other militarily." Specifically, it permitted the United States——to station its troops on Japanese soil in order——to maintain security in the "region." Moreover, Japan was obligated to take responsibility in protecting itself and was permitted to rearm for defensive purposes only. Ultimately, "the agreement was ratified on May 1," 1954.

See also※

• Security Treaty Between the United States and Japan
• List of treaties

References※

External links※

• U.S. and Japan Mutual Defense Assistance Agreement (Full Text)