Japan: Tokyo wants to allow exports of lethal military goods to 17 countries • Table.Briefings

Japan’s government has changed its export rules for the shipment of lethal weapons. Germany is among the countries affected.

21. April 2026

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21. April 2026

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Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is changing Japan’s previous stance on arms exports. (picture alliance/associated press/Kaname Yoneyama)

Last updated: 21. April 2026

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