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2026-11-04 19:22:25
[Japanese Defense Minister Reiterates Call for Discussion on Adjusting the Three Non-Nuclear Principles] ⑴ Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi reiterated his call for discussions on adjusting the "Three Non-Nuclear Principles" at a seminar in Tokyo on November 3. ⑵ Koizumi expressed a positive attitude towards discussions regarding Japan's acquisition of nuclear submarines, stating his hope for broad consultations on subsequent implementation plans. ⑶ Masahisa Matsuda, Professor Emeritus at Aichi University of Education, criticized this move, arguing that the new version of the three security documents represents a shift towards a hardline approach and is a highly risky choice. ⑷ Market Observation: This trend will continue to increase geopolitical uncertainty in Northeast Asia, potentially leading to new changes in the regional security landscape.
