Why is Japan Expanding its Military Arsenal? | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Why Is Japan Expanding Its Military Arsenal? | Vantage with Palki Sharma

Japan is seeking around $53 billion in defence spending for the upcoming financial year. If approved, it will be Japan's biggest military budget.

Tokyo's plan is to spend 2% of its GDP on defence by 2027, the same level as NATO nations.

Why is Japan, a pacifist country, increasing its military budget? Palki Sharma tells you.

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[soup]

I'm from the US and I love this channel. Thanks for the great analysis.

[abhishes]

I have never understood why Japan and India are not closer military partners. we have many common goals.

[chandra_himanshu]

Past mistakes dosen't mean that you should loose your hard power.
You just have to be correct your intention.

[srikantholuguthula]

Japan budget is even small but the innovation and over engineering groundbreaking....

[TheConduit]

The Japanese taught china a lesson it will never forget, India take note.

[ReyoRoseane]

Good decision.... Japan must strengthen defence area.

[greatshimrkarbala]

Japan: we will increase our defence budget!
Chyna: RUN 🏃🏻‍♂️🏃🏻‍♂️🏃🏻‍♂️⚰️🪦

[UsDiYoNa]

To increase its strength and to further secure ties and alliance with US military. To become unbeatable.

[gastondeutsch]

I support Japan 100%.

my Jewish friends also support japan 100%.

[a.k]

Japan, Germany, Austria, Italy are sleeping Giants (not in terms of size rather technological advancement & resources) .

[darkzero]

Ohh welcome Japan is back in its form now.
China flexes a lot of muscle in movies.😂
We love Japan, Russian and French culture in world.
We can trust them in world more than any Country.

[peterlaing]

Japan is only following it's master

[greatshimrkarbala]

Winnie the pooh 🐻 will hide under bunker 🤠

[sanjaysanj]

Because neighbour Little Rocket Man said so 🤩

[ReyNaldz]

The Land Of The Rising Sun is coming back!

Japan is the hottest, strongest, bravest, and the GOAT.

Japan be like :

Silent But Dangerous And Aggressive.
Silent But Assasinist.
Silent But Serious.
Silent But Intelligent.
Silent But Strategic People.
Silent But Friendly And Smiling People.

Don't mess up their Masters!

That's why many countries loves to be an ally of Japan.

[DSan-klyc]

US doesn't say Taiwan belongs to the PRC. They acknowledge that China says that. They also dont want taiwan declaring independence nor china to assert or change anything without Taiwan agreeing to it. To maintain the status quo.

[lndian_Patriot]

"As a longtime supporter, I am in awe of the Cherry rescue team's exceptional talent, time, and hard work. I have immense respect and appreciation for their unwavering dedication, which brings greater meaning, friendship, and significance to their mission. Their efforts are truly impressive, and I am captivated by the captivating and insightful spectacles they create. Their commitment to excellence is truly admirable, and I eagerly look forward to their next amazing endeavor."

[edwinvalenzuela]

LONG LIVE JAPAN THE PEACE MAKER ASIAN .
MORE STRONG MILITARY 💪

[elmadonor]

China is a treat in asian countries thats why every countries must prefer to counter china and north korea aggresion