Japan Self-Defense Forces

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Unified military forces of Japan

The Japan Self-Defense Forces are the military forces of Japan. The JSDF comprises the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force. They are controlled by the Ministry of Defense with the Prime Minister as commander-in-chief.

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Japan Ends Arms Export Ban

In a major departure from its post-war pacifism, Japan has approved the export of lethal weapons to strengthen its defense industry and regional alliances.

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