Remember post-1945 Japan? It seemed fully committed to peace, with its pacifist constitution (hello, Article 9!). But recent moves show a steady rightward turn that's raising eyebrows across Asia 🚨.
CGTN's report by Wang Guan, featuring insights from leading historians, uncovers how figures like Sanae Takaichi and right-wing groups have been gradually:
- Lifting restrictions on collective self-defence (so Japan can support allies militarily) 🤝
- Hiking defence budgets year after year to modernise forces 💰➡️🔫
- Evading accountability over past war atrocities, stirring discomfort among neighbours 🕊️
- Stepping into the cross-strait ties debate, amplifying tensions around the Taiwan question 🌊
These policy tweaks may look technical, but they pack a punch. By loosening self-defence limits, Japan can now join military missions abroad. And with a bigger budget, advanced tech—think drones and cyber units—could reshape Asia’s security landscape.
For young professionals in South and Southeast Asia, it’s more than politics. It’s about career prospects, travel safety, and regional collaboration on climate change and tech exchange 🌏💼.
So, stay informed and join the conversation. Japan’s rightward shift isn’t just Tokyo’s business—it affects all of us in Asia.
💡 Overheard: 'Peace isn't passive—it's something we actively protect.'
What do you think? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
