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2026-09-17 23:24:09
[Japanese Media Reveals Draft Defense Force Buildup Plan] According to Japan's Kyodo News, several sources revealed details of a draft defense force buildup plan on September 16th, related to the Japanese government's planned revision of the "Three Security Documents" by the end of the year. Over the five years from 2027 to 2031, the Japanese government is considering introducing approximately 52,000 unmanned vehicles for long-range strikes, intelligence gathering, and other missions. Furthermore, the estimated cost for strengthening "standoff defense capabilities," including long-range missiles, to enhance attacks from beyond enemy range, will exceed 9 trillion yen (approximately 389 billion yuan), nearly double the current plan. (CCTV International News)
