In an historic move, Japan is planning to request a record-high ¥8.8 trillion for its defense budget. This decision comes amidst growing tensions in the region and the need for upgraded security measures. The increased allocation is expected to be used to enhance the country's defense capabilities, which could include sophisticated weaponry and advanced military technology. The date of the official budget request announcement has yet to be disclosed.

Japan's increased military spending reflects public concern over regional tensions, particularly concerning North Korea's nuclear program and China's naval expansion. Such spending is often a contentious issue in Japan due to the nation's post-war pacifist constitution. However, with growing regional threats, there has been a shift towards stronger self-defense.

The US maintains one of the world's highest defense budgets and, like Japan, allocates this based on current global security concerns. The EU adopts a different approach, with some member states favoring strong military spending while others prefer diplomatic and economic avenues for conflict resolution.