Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Japan Boosts Defense with New Missiles Amid Tensions

7/30/2025

22 4

Summary

Story summary

Amid escalating tensions with China and North Korea, Japan is set to bolster its defense by deploying upgraded Type-12 surface-to-ship missiles on Kyushu by March 2024. Defense Minister Gen Nakatani revealed that while the exact locations are still being determined, these missiles, with a striking range of 620 miles, will significantly strengthen Japan's military readiness.

1 of 1

Story summary

Amid escalating tensions with China and North Korea, Japan is set to bolster its defense by deploying upgraded Type-12 surface-to-ship missiles on Kyushu by March 2024. Defense Minister Gen Nakatani revealed that while the exact locations are still being determined, these missiles, with a striking range of 620 miles, will significantly strengthen Japan's military readiness.