Japan says combat drones key to adapting to new warfare as tension rises in the region
The government says Japan needs to adapt to the new methods of warfare like drones and artificial intelligence used in Ukraine and the Middle East and strengthen its defense industry.
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Published: 3 August 2026
Source: Associated Press Technology
Category: News
Topics: Military & security
Retrieved: 4 August 2026
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