Japan relaxes arms export rules in historic policy shift

Japan overhauled its strict weapons-export regulations, opening pathways for foreign military sales and notably supporting Ukraine.

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This policy shift marks a major departure from Japan's historical post-1945 pacifist doctrine.

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