Japan needs to revisit the pacifist stance that has defined it since World War Two, according to Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi. Speaking to the BBC, Koizumi argues that ramping up defense capabilities is critical to prevent conflict.
The comments reflect Japan's post-war military policy, which has been constrained by constitutional restrictions on armed forces. Koizumi's remarks signal a potential shift in how Japan approaches its defense strategy amid growing regional security concerns.