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Japan’s Defense Industry Is Hindered by Self-Imposed Constraints

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Japan has been working to develop self-sufficiency regarding supplies of equipment and ammunition to ensure the country's Self-Defense Forces can maintain operations in the event of a crisis. In December 2022, the government announced its plan to increase total defense spending over the next five years to approximately 43 trillion yen ($315 billion) However, Japan's defense industry faces challenges stemming from its long-standing pacifist stance and aversion to being seen as encouraging international conflict.

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Japan’s Defense Industry Is Hindered by Self-Imposed Constraints

It’s been nearly a decade since Japan widened the scope for arms exports, but there is little to show for the policy change.

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The Diplomat broke the news in Tokyo, Japan on Friday, September 29, 2023.
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