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Japan ends post-WWII ban on lethal weapons exports in break with pacifist era

The approval by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichis Cabinet of the new guideline clears a final set of hurdles for many arms sales, including Japanese-developed warships, combat drones and other weapons

21 Apr 2026 1:54 pm