Having finished arrangements concerning the South Ryukyu Islands, this matter can basically be wrapped up. As for whether Japan will go back on its word, this need not be a concern at this moment. East Africa has withdrawn ironclad ships and part of the fleet from the South Ryukyu Islands but has left behind a small fleet led by gunboats.
This fleet does not have strong attack capabilities, but it can still protect itself in the Western Pacific waters. Previously, the South Ryukyu Islands were surrounded due to a lack of coordinating vessels.
There are East African-deployed artillery batteries on the South Ryukyu Islands, but their range is limited, preventing offensive action or ensuring the safety of East African merchant ships. Now, with this small fleet, these concerns are no longer a worry.
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With the South Ryukyu Islands matter wrapped up, the vigorous water infrastructure development in East Africa has stirred another wave.
