It's hard to know what's real and what's not real with TPP, since we don't know what's in it. Having said that, I agree with your analysis. This move is neces

It's hard to know what's real and what's not real with TPP, since we don't know what's in it. Having said that, I agree with your analysis. This move is necessary for Japan to enter into regional security agreements - other countries aren't going to enter into a mutual defense pact with Japan if it can't assist in their defense when they're attacked.