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news Scmp World 2026-04-28

Japanese Security Overhaul Signals Shift Towards More Aggressive Stance

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is revising the nation’s security policies, advocating for increased military power amid geopolitical challenges, particularly from China. A Chinese expert suggests this signals a fundamental and more aggressive strategic shift in Tokyo.

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