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Japan accelerates weapons exports amid public concern

On May 6, Japan launched offensive missiles overseas for the first time since World War II. At the same time, following the lifting of restrictions on arms exports, Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has been actively promoting the expansion of Japan's weapons sales. This has sparked widespread concern among the Japanese public. Japanese peace groups held a rally in Tokyo on May 6 to strongly protest a series of dangerous moves by the Japanese government.

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