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Japan· TokyoJapan Considers Allowing US Nuclear Weapons in Emergencies
Japan's government is considering an exception in its National Security Strategy to permit the import of American nuclear weapons during emergencies, without revising its non-nuclear principles.
Background
Japan maintains a long-standing policy of not possessing, producing, or permitting the introduction of nuclear weapons on its territory. This policy, known as the Three Non-Nuclear Principles, has been a cornerstone of its national security posture since the post-World War II era. The United States is a key ally, providing security guarantees.
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Japan Considers Allowing US Nuclear Weapons in Emergencies
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Japan is considering a caveat to its non-nuclear principles, allowing for the potential import of US nuclear weapons in emergency situations.
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