Japan Requests Largest Defense Budget in Postwar History

Japan’s Ministry of Defense requested a 3.8% increase to 9.3 trillion yen for FY2027, aiming to boost defense spending to 2% of GDP. The budget includes investments in new technologies and industrial base revitalization.

Why it matters. The budget request reflects Japan’s commitment to enhancing its defense capabilities and aligning with its national security strategy, impacting its military modernization and industrial base.