Makana 360 Daily Report – 7 December 2025
📌 Japan – China Accused of Aiming Radar at Japanese Aircraft Near Okinawa
Japan said Chinese J-15 fighter jets twice aimed fire-control radar at its military aircraft near Okinawa, calling the moves “dangerous” and “extremely regrettable,” and lodged a protest with Beijing. China rejected Japan’s account, accusing Japanese planes of disrupting lawful carrier drills and warning Tokyo to stop “slandering,” amid rising tensions over Taiwan and strained China–Japan ties.
📌 Hong Kong – Election Turnout in Focus Amid Anger Over Deadly Fire
Hong Kong held tightly controlled Legislative Council elections as authorities monitored turnout following public grief and anger over a housing-estate fire that killed at least 159 people. Only Beijing-approved “patriot” candidates can run, calls to boycott are criminalised, and several arrests were reported. Authorities pledged investigations into the blaze, deployed heavy security, and urged voting as a show of unity.
📌 Australia – Wildfire Alerts Downgraded in New South Wales
Australia activated federal and state disaster relief for parts of New South Wales after wildfires burned thousands of hectares, destroyed at least a dozen homes, and damaged infrastructure and farmland on the Central Coast. More than 60 fires remain active, though alerts were downgraded as immediate danger eased. No deaths were reported. Support includes urgent financial assistance plus cleanup and rebuilding aid, with warnings of a high-risk bushfire summer.
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