Japan Eases Arms Export Rules Amid Global Security Concerns
Japan is set to ease its arms export restrictions, marking a significant shift in its defense policy. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's ruling party has approved changes aimed at revitalizing Japan's military industrial base. This move comes as President Trump’s wavering security commitments and ongoing conflicts in Iran and Ukraine strain U.S. weapons supplies. Japan, which has largely isolated itself from global arms markets since World War II, is now looking to expand its defense exports. Potential new customers include the Polish military and the Philippine navy, both seeking modernization amid regional security challenges. Japanese defense contractors like Toshiba and Mitsubishi Electric are preparing to capitalize on this demand by expanding their workforce and production capacity. 
