Friday, January 02, 2026

Pacifist Japan moving from exclusive self-defense to military buildup

Serious stuff! Headline of the day! With a bully like China in the neighborhood!

Perhaps similar to once long time neutral countries like Sweden and Finland becoming NATO members in the face of Putin the Terrible!

"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.

Japan says it is still a peaceful nation and the buildup is necessary for a more self-reliant military that can better deter China. ..."

Pacifist Japan moving from exclusive self-defense to military buildup

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