Sunday, 18 Oct, 2026

Japan Eyes Historic Defense Spending Leap: Tokyo Weighs 3.5% GDP Target to Align with Global Security Realities

TOKYO — In a move that signals a profound shift in Japan’s post-war security posture, the administration of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is reportedly exploring a dramatic increase in the nation’s defense budget. Sources familiar with internal government deliberations suggest that Tokyo is actively considering a midterm target of 3.5% of its gross domestic product […]