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Japan’s military buildup prompts scrutiny of defense spending plans

SCMP Economy reports Japan’s military expansion is driving renewed attention on how much the country is budgeting for defense.

Reported · Written up by our desk · Europe

South China Morning Post Economy discussed what it described as inside details of Japan’s military buildup, focusing on the scope of the effort.

The outlet’s overview frames the expansion as raising questions about Japan’s defense spending direction and priorities.

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