Concern aired as Japan hikes military spend Experts warn against ignoring public welfare and serious economic pitfalls By HOU JUNJIE in Tokyo | China Daily | Updated: 2025-12-03 09:18

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202512/03/WS692f8fe7a310d6866eb2c94f.html Japan's recent military initiatives could weigh heavily on its economy, with a continuously increasing military budget surpassing 10 trillion yen ($64 billion) being seen as ignoring public welfare and heading away from its peace-centered constitution, experts warn.