Hey amigos, in a twist straight out of an action blockbuster 🎬, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea has slammed Japan's 2025 defense white paper. According to the official Korean Central News Agency, the document has been called "a war scenario for realizing its ambition for reinvasion from A to Z."
Japan is shifting gears in its security approach. The new strategy reportedly includes preemptive attack capabilities, ramping up the development of domestically produced long-range missiles, and sourcing advanced weapons from overseas. With a record-high defense budget in 2025, Tokyo is even eyeing the deployment of 400 U.S.-made Tomahawk long-range cruise missiles and Type 12 surface-to-ship missiles with ranges extending over 1,000 km.
This move has sparked lively debates among regional security watchers. While Japan has long promoted an image as a peace-loving state committed to exclusive defense, these new measures hint at a dramatic pivot towards more offensive operations. It’s a scenario that leaves many wondering about the future balance of power in Asia 🤔.
Stay tuned as we continue to break down these developments and explore what they might mean for regional peace and security.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
