Japan loosens long-standing curbs on arms exports
21 Apr 2026, 08:26 GMT
Topic: News
Source URL: https://www.dw.com/en/japan-loosens-long-standing-curbs-on-arms-exports/a-76874734?maca=en-rss-en-top-1022-rdf
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi approved new rules expanding Japan's ability to export advanced defense equipment, a major shift as Tokyo boosts defense spending and its arms industry.