Japan to scrap space weapon rules
MPs in Japan vote to abolish rules which restrict the use of military technology in space.
Ref. https://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/a...fic/7392544.stm
The Japs are getting a little too bold these days. We need to start paying closer attention to what they are about because everyone seems to of forgotten that these are a conquered people.
International Level: Junior Politician / Political Participation: 87 8.7%
We really do need to keep an eye on them. I wouldn't want them to start any kind of space wars (maybe it's objective is to knock out our satellites or something) and have us not be ready for.
International Level: Politics 101 / Political Participation: 0 0%
Japan Opens Military Base in Djibout:
Japan has about 600 people in the MSDF, 180 of whom will be stationed at the base near the main international airport in the capital, Djibouti City, Kuramoto said. He spoke at a ceremony yesterday attended by Djiboutian Prime Minister Mohamed Dileita Dileita Ref. Source 8
Japan cabinet approves landmark military change:
A reinterpretation of the law will now allow "Collective self-defence" - using force to defend allies under attack. PM Shinzo Abe has been pushing hard for the move, arguing Japan needs to adapt to a changing security environment. Ref. Source 7