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Japan plans hypersonic submarine-launched missiles and record defense spending
Japan
First seen: Aug 23, 2026, 5:02 PM UTCUpdated: Aug 23, 2026, 5:02 PM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
Japan is reported to be developing hypersonic missiles for submarines and planning a record defense budget.
SO WHAT?
The move could intensify regional military competition and strategic tensions in East Asia.
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