Event Brief
Japan considers defense spending at 3.5% of GDP
By The BriefBrief · Sources (4)
Filed: Sep 15, 2026 at 3:07 AM ET
Summary: Japan is considering raising defense spending to 3.5% of GDP after pressure from the United States. The proposal could unsettle financial markets concerned about Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s spending plans.
WHO: Japan
WHAT: Japan eyes defense spending worth 3.5% of GDP after US pressure
WHEN: Sep 15, 2026 at 2:30 AM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: The move follows pressure from the United States.
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