Japan Abandons Pacifist Doctrine With Defense Buildup, Alarming China

Japan is moving away from its post-World War II pacifist security policy, significantly increasing its defense budget and expanding its military capabilities. The country has resumed arms exports and is in the process of establishing a dedicated intelligence agency. China views these developments as a serious provocation and a deliberate strategic shift by Tokyo. Analysts attribute Japan's policy reversal to evolving regional security threats and broader geopolitical changes in Asia.