
Commentary / Japan Aug 13, 2020
Explaining Japan’s policy debate on strike capability
by Daisuke Akimoto
The policy debate over Japan’s acquisition of a strike capability against enemy bases is not a new topic.
Explaining Japan’s policy debate on strike capability
The policy debate over Japan’s acquisition of a strike capability against enemy bases is not a new topic.
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