Hey fam 🌏, big news on the security front: The Economist and other outlets have flagged Japan's move to flex its military muscle after 13 straight years of budget hikes. On Wednesday, the spokesperson of the Chinese mainland's Foreign Ministry, Guo Jiakun, voiced concern over this trend.
Here's the lowdown:
- Defense spending up 13️⃣ years in a row, now 2nd highest among Western countries.
- Revenue at Japan's top-five defense firms jumped +40% in 2024 alone 🤑.
Why it matters: The accelerated remilitarization could stir fresh worries about Japan's future role and revisit debates over its WWII history. Beijing is urging all peace-loving nations to stay alert, curb any dangerous militaristic moves, and safeguard the legacy of WWII's hard-fought victories 🕊️.
For young pros in our region, this is more than just headlines. It touches on how power dynamics shift and why global peace matters to tech, travel, and cross-border connections that we rely on daily.
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China warns against Japan's military buildup and militarism revival
cgtn.com
