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Japan Lifts Ban On Exports Of Lethal Weapons, PM Takaichi Says 'Tokyo To Export Arms To 17 Nations'
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4:25Now PlayingJapanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi defended Japan's decision to lift its post-World War II ban on exporting lethal weapons on Wednesday, insisting that any equipment sold abroad would remain 'exclusively defensive' in nature. "Japan has developed its defence equipment based on the principle of exclusive defence. For example, Japan does not possess bombers. Furthermore, it does not possess aircraft carriers. This equipment is not designed to infringe on the territory of other countries," Takaichi asserted. Tokyo will be able to export lethal equipment to 17 countries that have signed defence equipment and technology transfer agreements with Japan, including the US, Australia and the Philippines.
Under the ban, the military export was limited to rescue, transport, alert, surveillance and minesweeping. However, now the export line has expanded to fighter jets, missiles and destroyers. The shift aligns with the broader 'Japan First' policy adopted by Sanae Takaichi after taking office as prime minister last year, which prioritises increased defence spending and a stronger military deterrent, among other measures. The prime minister also addressed the situation in the Middle East, saying she was 'working very hard' to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
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