Of course, there is a counter-argument. Just as talks between the US and Iran, while far from perfect, have helped build mutual understanding and deterred Iran’s quest for nuclear weapons, closer integration among Japan and its Asian neighbors could help to align their actions and interests.
当然，也有相反的意见。正如美国和伊朗之间的谈判——尽管远远称不上完美，但仍有助于构建互相理解并拖延伊朗对核武器的追求——日本更加紧密地融入其亚洲邻国也有助于协调它们的行为和利益。