IV 
110TH CONGRESS 
1ST SESSION 
H. RES. 508 
Recognizing the strong security alliance between the Government of Japan 
and the United States and expressing appreciation to Japan for its 
role in enhancing stability in the Asia-Pacific region and its efforts 
in the global war against terrorism. 
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
JUNE 21, 2007 
Mr. SAXTON submitted the following resolution; which was referred to the 
Committee on Foreign Affairs 
RESOLUTION 
Recognizing the strong security alliance between the Govern-
ment of Japan and the United States and expressing 
appreciation to Japan for its role in enhancing stability 
in the Asia-Pacific region and its efforts in the global 
war against terrorism. 
Whereas the United States-Japan alliance is the cornerstone 
of United States security interests in Asia and the Pacific 
and is fundamental to regional stability and prosperity; 
Whereas the United States-Japan alliance continues to be 
based on shared vital interests and values in the Asia-Pa-
cific region, despite the changes in the post-cold war stra-
tegic landscape, including the preservation and promotion 
of political and economic freedoms, support for human 
rights and democratic institutions, and securing of pros-
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perity for the people of both countries and the inter-
national community; 
Whereas on April 27, 2007, during Prime Minister Abe’s visit 
to Washington, President Bush and the Prime Minister 
reconfirmed their commitment to these common strategic 
objectives; 
Whereas Japan provides military bases and generous finan-
cial and material support to United States forward-de-
ployed forces, which are essential for maintaining sta-
bility in the region; 
Whereas under the United States-Japan Treaty of Mutual 
Cooperation and Security, Japan hosts a carrier battle 
group, the III Marine Expeditionary Force, the 5th Air 
Force, and elements of the Army’s I Corps; 
Whereas the United States currently maintains approximately 
50,000 troops in Japan, about half of whom are sta-
tioned in Okinawa; 
Whereas over the past decade the alliance has been strength-
ened through revised Defense Guidelines (which expand 
Japan’s noncombat role in a regional contingency) and 
the continued renewal of Japan’s Host Nation Support of 
United States forces stationed in Japan; 
Whereas in 2005, the two allies agreed on a redefinition of 
roles, missions, and capabilities of alliance forces, which 
further deepens interoperability and coordination between 
the Japanese Self Defense Forces (SDF) and United 
States Armed Forces; 
Whereas the agreement also provided for reducing the num-
ber of troops stationed in Okinawa and broadening our 
cooperation in the area of ballistic missile defense 
(BMD); 
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Whereas implementation of these agreements will strengthen 
our capabilities and make our alliance more sustainable; 
Whereas after the tragic events of September 11, 2001, 
Japan has participated significantly with the global war 
on terrorism by providing troops, aircraft, and logistical 
support for Operation Iraqi Freedom, a commitment 
which the Japanese Government recently renewed; 
Whereas Japan has also provided major logistical support for 
United States and coalition forces in the Indian Ocean in 
support of Operation Enduring Freedom since 2002; 
Whereas alliance BMD capabilities, which contribute to the 
alliance’s overall deterrence posture, are strengthened to 
the extent that United States and Japanese systems can 
operate together effectively; 
Whereas in May 2007, the United States and Japan con-
firmed that, as both countries develop and deploy capa-
bilities, every effort must be made to ensure tactical, 
operational, and strategic coordination; 
Whereas in that light, the United States and Japan will take 
appropriate measures, in close coordination, in response 
to ballistic missile threats against alliance interests; and 
Whereas because of the importance of improving the situa-
tional awareness of United States forces and the SDF, 
the two sides are committed to the routine sharing of 
BMD and related operational information directly with 
each other on a real-time, continuous basis: Now, there-
fore, be it 
Resolved, That the House of Representatives— 
(1) recognizes that Japan is one of the most re-
liable security partners of the United States; 
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(2) commends the Government of Japan for its 
role in enhancing stability in the Asia-Pacific Re-
gion; and 
(3) expresses appreciation for its efforts in the 
global war against terrorism. 
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