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Japan's prime minister launches a panel to review her country's defense policies as threats escalate

Japan’s prime minister inaugurated a 15-member panel to review defense policies amid rising regional threats.
The panel will study emergency scenarios, the defense budget, and funding before issuing recommendations.
Takaichi linked new panel goals to modern warfare, citing drones and long-term conflict readiness.
The cabinet previously raised defense spending to 2% of GDP, about 43 trillion yen, through 2027.
The move draws US support but faces pacifist criticism at home over exports policy changes.
Takaichi framed defense policy reviews as essential amid a broader era of turbulence.
Panel members will include experts in diplomacy, defense, and the economy.
The government aims to bolster deterrence to protect Japan against prolonged conflicts.
The panel is expected to issue recommendations for changes in coming months.
The defense spending target was reached with a push to 2% of GDP.

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