Japan lifts post-World War II ban on lethal weapons exports
- Posted on April 21, 2026
- By Washington Post
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Japan lifts post-World War II ban on lethal weapons exports
The change, which allows Japanese companies to sell arms to 17 countries, is a major shift from the nation’s pacifist stance and comes at a time of heightened security concerns in the region.
