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Koizumi cited China, Russia in nuclear policy shift, expert calls it recycled rhetoric

Original: Koizumi uses China, Russia as pretext to adjust nuclear policy; expert dismisses claim as recycled rhetoric

Japanese politician Shinjiro Koizumi has framed adjustments to Japan's nuclear policy as a response to threats from China and Russia, according to Global Times. An expert cited by the outlet dismissed the justification, arguing the argument is recycled rhetoric rather than a genuine strategic reassessment. The exchange highlights ongoing debate in Japan over the country's nuclear stance amid regional tensions.

Why now: Japan's nuclear policy debate is being reignited by security framing around China and Russia.

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Koizumi uses China, Russia as pretext to adjust nuclear policy; expert dismisses claim as recycled rhetoric · Global Times

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