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Japan is no longer Asia's defensive power

18 August 2026 · By · Wire by Fusion42

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18 August 2026

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regulatory

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Defense Tech

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Asia-Pacific

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Fusion42 · 18 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

Japan has shifted from a defensive military posture to an active deterrence strategy, deploying advanced long-range precision strike missiles and increasing its defense budget to 2% of GDP by 2027. This marks a significant strategic realignment in East Asia as Tokyo challenges China's regional military dominance.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Defense Tech.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

Your security market just pivoted. Japan's new strike capabilities open urgent demand for advanced missile and countermeasure technology, signalling a sudden opportunity for suppliers and tech providers in defense and adjacent sectors.

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