Japan weighs doubling defense budget to $508B, signaling major military buildup

Japan is considering nearly doubling its five-year defense spending to up to 80 trillion yen ($508 billion), according to media reports. This would significantly enhance Japan's capability to deter or respond to PLA operations around Taiwan and the East China Sea, and to sustain prolonged operations in a regional conflict. The move signals a major shift in Japan's defense posture, with direct implications for regional security dynamics and China's military calculus.

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