Japan’s Lethal Arms Exports Spark Regional Security Concerns
Japan authorizes lethal weapons exports for first time since WWII, triggering regional security concerns and historical sensitivities across Asia.
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Japan authorizes lethal weapons exports for first time since WWII, triggering regional security concerns and historical sensitivities across Asia.
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