North Korea says record-high Japan defence budget would risk ‘turmoil’
Asia-Pacific2 sources2 countries🔦 Under-reported13m ago
North Korea has criticized reported plans by Japan to increase its defense budget to record highs, accusing Tokyo of preparing for a war of aggression. Pyongyang stated that the move, which follows Japan lifting its self-imposed ban on weapons exports and expanding its defense spending, clearly signifies a dangerous expansion of the war budget.
According to North Korean state media KCNA, the unfinalized budget expansion by its US ally will bring new turmoil to the region and the wider world.
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Free Malaysia Today (MY)Highlights Japan's policy shifts, including lifted weapons bans and expanded spending.
Channel NewsAsia (SG)Focuses on North Korea's specific warnings via KCNA regarding unfinalized budget plans.
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