Japan gears up for US defense cooperation in 'all domains'

Biden seen leaning more on Tokyo than Trump to expand role in regional security

20210418N MSDF

The Biden administration may press for Japan to increase its defense budget, which has grown 10% over the past decade. (Photo courtesy of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force)

JUNNOSUKE KOBARA, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Japan will push to increase defense spending and capabilities to broaden cooperation with the U.S. in regional security as laid out in Friday's joint statement.

Sponsored Content

About Sponsored ContentThis content was commissioned by Nikkei's Global Business Bureau.