Koizumi says Japan not ruling out nuclear subs, days after U.S. offers positive view
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Source: The Japan Times
Published: 2026-09-11 21:29 UTC+10:00
Section: JAPAN
Factuality Score: 95
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Politics, Asia, Military & Defence, Law & Courts, World News, War & Conflict, Asia Pacific
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Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi on Friday reiterated that Japan is not ruling out acquiring nuclear-powered submarines, days after a U.S. Navy official reportedly offered a positive assessment of the move.
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