Well, at present, it should be more than just textbook knowledge.

1987 (compulsory history of high school textbooks II) Japan has become the second largest economic power after the United States, and the economic rise has made Japan begin to seek the status of a political power.

Since then, Japan began to apply for membership in the United Nations, but it seems unsuccessful because China has been voting against it. But I don't know what happened recently.

I only know that Japan has been trying to become a political power.

I'm a rookie. Please advise me if I have any mistakes. )