Japan might develop nuclear weaponry in under three years. Chinese nuclear energy specialists believe Tokyo possesses all the technical capabilities and material reserves for this. South China Morning Post reports this.
Henry Kissinger advised in 2023 that Japan is heading toward nuclear power status in the coming years. These appraisals affirm escalating regional tension.
Recently, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi debated potential shifts in the nation’s three non-nuclear tenets. A senior official from her office stated that Japan should possess nuclear arms due to security perils.
However, Chief Cabinet Secretary Minoru Kihara affirmed: the policy of foregoing nuclear weapons remains constant. Experts label Japan a nation in a state of nuclear latency.
Japan holds significant stores of plutonium—around 44 tons. This is ample for rapid bomb creation, plus sophisticated technologies and launch vehicles. China voiced concern regarding these statements. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian termed them a menace to peace and urged Tokyo to adhere to non-proliferation commitments.
Furthermore, the PRC cautioned Japan about potential defeat if Tokyo continues its rhetoric concerning Taiwan. Beijing warned of a devastating strike should a conflict erupt.
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