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Japan's Takaichi Unveils Bold Defense Overhaul Post-Election

2/20/2026

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Following a landslide election victory, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi aims to revise Japan's defense strategy and ease military export restrictions.
She emphasizes countering Chinese aggression and addressing security threats from China, North Korea, and Russia.
Takaichi proposes establishing a national intelligence council and a framework to scrutinize foreign investments in sensitive sectors.
She plans to strengthen supply chains and accelerate the restart of nuclear reactors to support a secure future.

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Following a landslide election victory, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi aims to revise Japan's defense strategy and ease military export restrictions.
She emphasizes countering Chinese aggression and addressing security threats from China, North Korea, and Russia.
Takaichi proposes establishing a national intelligence council and a framework to scrutinize foreign investments in sensitive sectors.
She plans to strengthen supply chains and accelerate the restart of nuclear reactors to support a secure future.