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flag Japan proposes loosening defense export rules to allow lethal weapons sales, even to nations in conflict, under special circumstances.

flag Japan's ruling coalition has proposed relaxing strict rules on defense exports, seeking to allow the transfer of lethal weapons like fighter jets and destroyers, and permitting sales to nations in active conflicts under "special circumstances." flag The plan, submitted to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, aims to revise the long-standing Three Principles on Transfer of Defense Equipment and Technology, marking a major shift from Japan's traditionally cautious defense policy. flag If approved, changes could take effect as early as this spring, sparking debate over national and regional security.

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