Security Policy

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Hiroshima marks 81 years since atomic bombing as mayor deplores pursuit of nuclear weapons

Hiroshima marked the 81st anniversary of the US atomic bombing of the western Japanese city, with its mayor criticising major powers for waging wars and urging them to stop justifying the possession of nuclear weapons as a method of deterrence.

Japan ‘cannot avoid’ nuclear weapons debate, defense chief Koizumi says

Jul 19japantimes.co.jp

Japan ‘cannot avoid’ nuclear weapons debate, defense chief Koizumi says

Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has urged Japan to more openly debate nuclear weapons' role in the country's defense. This comes as the government weighs updates to key documents outlining Japan's security policy.