Treaty of Mutual Cooperation

The Treaty of Mutual Cooperation is a key agreement between the United States and Japan, signed in 1960. It establishes a partnership where both countries agree to support each other in defense and security matters. Essentially, if one country faces a threat, the other promises to assist. This treaty reflects their strong political and military alliance and is central to maintaining stability in the Asia-Pacific region, especially in response to potential conflicts. It also involves the U.S. maintaining military bases in Japan, enhancing security cooperation between the two nations.