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japantimes.co.jpworld43 days ago
Japan Opens Defense Industry to Global Exports
Japan has ended its longstanding ban on exporting lethal weaponry as part of a broader shift in defense policy. The country is increasing its military budget from about $35 billion in 2022 to $60 billion by 2027 and has begun joint development of advanced weapons systems.
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thehindu.comworld47 days ago
Japan Ends Decades-Old Ban on Lethal Weapons Exports Amid Regional Security Shifts
Japan ended its ban on lethal weapons exports last month, marking a shift from postwar pacifism amid rising Chinese aggression. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, elected in February 2026, is driving a review of national security strategy and international defense ties. The moves inc…
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japantimes.co.jpworld52 days agoUpdated
Japan's Ruling Party Recommends Minesweeper Deployment to Strait of Hormuz
The Japanese government and ruling parties are assessing the feasibility of sending Maritime Self-Defense Force minesweepers to the Strait of Hormuz. This follows a request from U.S. President Donald Trump for assistance in securing oil shipment navigation. The study comes amid o…
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