Japan Lifts Ban on Arms Exports

Japan has officially lifted its long-standing ban on arms exports, a significant policy shift aimed at bolstering national security and preventing global conflict. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stated that transferring defense technology to allied nations will strengthen Japan's own defense capabilities. This move signals a more assertive foreign policy and could reshape international defense partnerships and the global arms market. The decision is expected to have considerable geopolitical implications, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region.