Sanaenomics: Japan’s Bold Gamble on Growth & Security
Japan’s new PM Takaichi rolls out ‘Sanaenomics’: tax cuts, subsidies & big defense spending. But with record debt, who pays and what gets squeezed? Find out why it’s a high-stakes game.
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Japan’s Defense Spending Soars to ¥9.04T for 14th Straight Year
Japan approved its record ¥122.3T 2026 budget, with defense spending at ¥9.04T for the 14th year. Plans for ammo depots, drones & hypersonic missiles ignite public debate.
Why Japan’s New Military Buildup Is Turning Heads in Asia
Japan’s historic pacifist stance is shifting as defense budgets climb, new island base takes shape, and nuclear-free pledges face review. What it means for Asia.
Cheng Li-wun urges 1992 Consensus to calm Taiwan Strait tensions
KMT chairperson Cheng Li-wun says embracing the 1992 Consensus—not ramping up defense spending—is key to easing Taiwan Strait tensions and reviving dialogue.
Chinese mainland criticizes DPP’s 3% defense budget plan
The Chinese mainland says Taiwan’s DPP is risking residents’ welfare by boosting its defense budget to over 3% of GDP at a political cost.
Can Germany’s Welfare State Survive Aging & Rising Defense Costs?
Germany’s welfare model is under pressure as recession, an aging population, and rising defense costs put its postwar safety net to the test.