Public Interest
Aug. 24, 2000
Clinton's Visit to Okinawa Ignored Real Security Problem
By Martha Matsuoka. A few weeks ago, President Clinton, along with the seven members of the G-8 nations, met on the small island of Okinawa, Japan. It was the first time a U.S. president had visited Okinawa since the islands reverted back to Japan in 1972 after 27 years under direct U.S. control. Upon arrival, he was met by the latest wave of protest by Okinawans challenging the military presence of the United States and the political dominance of Tokyo.
By Martha Matsuoka
A few weeks ago, President Clinton, along with the seven members of the G-8 nations, met on the small island of Okinawa, Japan. It was the first time a U.S. president had visited Okinawa since the islands reverted back to Japan in 1972 after 27 years under direct U.S. control. Upon arrival, ...
A few weeks ago, President Clinton, along with the seven members of the G-8 nations, met on the small island of Okinawa, Japan. It was the first time a U.S. president had visited Okinawa since the islands reverted back to Japan in 1972 after 27 years under direct U.S. control. Upon arrival, ...
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