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Defence Budget Increase For Japan

Japan has announced an increase in its defence budget. This decision reflects growing security concerns in the region. The government aims to enhance military capabilities. It seeks to address threats from neighbouring countries. This move marks a shift in Japan's post-war pacifist stance. The increase will fund advanced technology and strengthen alliances. It signals Japan's commitment to national security.

The Impact of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict on Global Geopolitics

The year 2022 has been marked by a spike in geopolitical challenges and risks, with the Russia-Ukraine conflict...

 January 14, 2023

Record Defence Budget Increase for Japan

Japan has approved a record defence budget of 6.8 trillion yen ($55bn) for 2023, a 20% increase, due...

 December 25, 2022

Landmark Defence Budget of Japan

The Japan Government has recently approved a landmark defence budget of 5.34 trillion yen (the US $51.7 billion)...

 December 21, 2020

Global Military Spending Rises, India and China Among Top Three

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) recently unveiled its annual report, titled "Trends in World Military Expenditure,...

 April 27, 2020

Maldives President Solih Visits India, Signs Key Agreements

Visiting India from 16th to 18th December 2018 was the President of the Republic of Maldives, Ibrahim Mohamed...

 December 18, 2018

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