US EditionEconomic, defense concerns behind military buildup on Japan’s remote islands, experts say
- Last week, Japan's Cabinet approved a record defense budget exceeding 9 trillion yen for the coming year, focusing on the Nansei Islands and upgraded sea-launched missiles.
- Experts note that a Taiwan conflict could disrupt Japan's trade and energy routes, as Chinese President Xi Jinping's vow to unify the self-governing island and recent military activity heighten concerns.
- Since 2022, Tokyo has pursued committing 2% of GDP to defense and plans to ease arms-export restrictions to boost the domestic defense industry and procurement.
- Diplomatic strains have risen as Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian criticized Japan's buildup as resurgent militarism, while Japanese officials say recent Chinese aircraft and carriers' drills escalate bilateral friction.
- A decade-long shift in security strategy positions Japan to adopt strike-back capability, raising questions about Article 9 of Japan's constitution and Washington's role in extended deterrence.
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Pacifist Japan has slowly transformed from exclusively self-defence to a military buildup
Japan is barreling forward with efforts to significantly boost its military capabilities to stand up to China’s growing threats by doubling annual arms spending. The goal comes as Tokyo’s main ally, the United States, pushes for more military assistance in Asia and a military hawk and ultra-conservative takes over Japan’s leadership.
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Pacifist Japan has slowly transformed from exclusively self-defense to a military buildup
Japan is accelerating a military buildup program designed to double annual arms spending. The country also is revising a security and defense policy ahead of schedule while facing China’s growing threat.
Japan transforms from exclusively self-defense to a military buildup
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Japan Accelerates Its Historic Rearmament: Record Military Budget to Deter China and Redefine Power in Asia - Gateway Hispanic
Japan has approved the largest defense budget in its history, a decision that breaks with decades of pacifist policy and confirms a profound shift in the global security architecture. Under the argument of “deterrence,” Tokyo is preparing to confront China’s growing military pressure in an increasingly volatile regional context. This strategic shift not only transforms Japan, but also raises the risk of a military escalation in the Asia-Pacific.…
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