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Japan weighs studying nuclear submarine option in security review
Original: Japan is considering including in its revised three key security-related documents plans to study and research the possi
Japan is considering adding plans to study and research the possibility of introducing a nuclear-powered submarine to its revised three key security-related documents, according to The Japan Times. The move would mark a significant step in Japan's defense posture, as the country currently operates only conventionally powered submarines and has long debated expanding its maritime deterrence capabilities.
Why now: Discussion of nuclear submarines represents a major potential shift in Japan's postwar defense policy, drawing attention amid regional security tensions.
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