Japan seeks record US$55.6 billion defence budget with focus on AI
Japan's defence ministry requested a record 8.9 trillion yen budget, emphasizing AI decision support, drone-missile collaboration and new missile capabilities.
OriginalSourceThe Straits TimesSingaporeLeanCenterCredibilityPublished09:55 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceThe Straits TimesSingaporeLeanCenterCredibilityPublished09:55 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC
“Japan seeks record $70.9b defence budget, with AI focus”
Japan seeks record $70.9b defence budget with focus on AI
Key points
- Japan’s Defence Ministry requests a record 8.9 trillion yen (S$70.9b) budget for 2027.
- Final budget could exceed 10 trillion yen as defence upgrades accelerate.
- AI-powered decision support and low-cost drones are key priorities.
- Plans include underwater-launched hypersonic missiles and anti-cognitive warfare units.
- Budget signals shift from pacifist stance amid tensions with China, North Korea and Russia.
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“Japan seeks record US$55.6 billion defence budget, with AI focus”
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Japan's defence ministry requested a record 8.9 trillion yen budget, emphasizing AI decision support, drone-missile collaboration and new missile capabilities.