Can Japan’s arms industry gain from Trump trust loss?

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Japan approved a record 9 trillion yen defense budget for 2026 and eased decades-old arms export restrictions. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi cited potential military involvement if China invades Taiwan. Defense contractors Toshiba and Mitsubishi Electric are hiring staff. Philippines and Poland are expected customers. Japan seeks to reduce military dependence on the United States.

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