Japan seeks 55.6B to upgrade military
Japan is seeking to modernize its military forces with a record budget of $55.6 billion for the upcoming fiscal year, aiming to enhance its capabilities to counter regional tensions with China, North Korea, and Russia. The budget focuses on utilizing artificial intelligence technologies, drones, and long-range missiles, with the goal of developing an AI-powered decision support system and purchasing low-cost drones to coordinate with missile systems. This move comes amidst increasing security challenges, especially following rising threats from China and North Korea, Japan's concerns over potential future conflicts in the region, and its gradual departure from its traditional pacifist stance.
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