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Defense Ministry Eyes Record ¥8.8 Tril Budget for FY2026

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Japan's Defense Ministry is considering requesting a record annual budget of about 8.8 trillion yen for fiscal 2026, sources familiar with the matter said Tuesday, as the country…

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Defense Ministry eyes record ¥8.8 tril budget for FY2026

Japan's Defense Ministry is considering requesting a record annual budget of about 8.8 trillion yen for fiscal 2026, sources familiar with the matter said Tuesday, as the country…

·Sakado, Japan
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Defense Ministry to Request Record ¥8.8 Trillion Budget for Fiscal 2026 Amid Concerns over China’s Expanding Influence

The Defense Ministry plans to request a record-breaking budget of about ¥8.8 trillion for fiscal 2026, amid growing concerns over China’s expanding influence.

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Ministry of Defense Requests Budget for Next Fiscal Year of Approximately 8.8 Trillion Yen, the Largest Ever

[NHK] The Ministry of Defense is finalizing its budget request for next fiscal year, requesting a record 8.8 trillion yen, to strengthen defense capabilities.

·Tokyo, Japan
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Japan's 2026 Defense Budget Set to Hit a Record High of 1.8 Trillion, with Plans to Introduce a Large Number of Drones.

Japan's Ministry of Defense (MOD) will compile its initial budget request for fiscal 2026 at the end of this month, proposing a record high of 8.8 trillion yen (approximately NT$1.826 trillion). The budget for the new fiscal year will include funds for the procurement of a large number of drones.

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cna.com.tw broke the news in on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
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