Japan's Record FY2027 Defense Budget Request Signals Strategic Shift
Japan has requested a record approximately 8.9 trillion yen for its FY2027 defense budget, prioritizing AI, unmanned systems, stand-off weapons, and enhanced sustained response capabilities. This marks the final year of the current defense buildup program and bridges to the next phase.
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