VOICED : Nuevo navio de guerra japones

Japan publicly unveiled its future helicopter carrier, Izumo, the largest military ship since WWII. Still under construction in Yokohama, it will cost over a billion dollars and be operational by 2015. Designed to carry nine helicopters, Izumo will play a crucial role in territorial defense, maritime protection, and disaster response. The launch ceremony occurs amid tensions with China and South Korea over territorial disputes and coincides with the 68th anniversary of the Hiroshima atomic bombing.

What is the significance of the Izumo in the context of Japan's naval history?

• It is the most expensive ship ever built by Japan.

• It is the first ship to be built in Yokohama.

• It is the largest military ship since World War II.

• It is the first aircraft carrier built by Japan.

What is the primary function of the Izumo according to the Japanese Ministry of Defense?

• To act as a cargo ship.

• To be used for international trade.

• To defend territorial sovereignty and assist in natural disasters.

• To serve as a cruise ship.

How many helicopters can the Izumo carry?

• Five

• Nine

• Twelve

• Seven

What geopolitical tensions are highlighted during the launch of the Izumo?

• Tensions with Russia and North Korea.

• Tensions with China and South Korea.

• Tensions with India and Vietnam.

• Tensions with the United States and Australia.

What historical event coincided with the launch ceremony of the Izumo?

• The end of the Korean War.

• The anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles.

• The launch of the first Japanese satellite.