Japan
Japan is investing $57 billion in its defence for 2025, emphasizing the enhancement of its Self-Defense Forces to address growing regional tensions, particularly with China, and to bolster its air and naval capabilities.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 34,813,871 | 35,561 | $700,000 | 715$ |
| Ecuador | 1 | 7.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 17,643,060 | 13,275 | $108,000 | 81$ |
| Norway | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 5,421,241 | 4,514 | $403,000 | 336$ |
| Hungary | 1 | 8.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 9,660,351 | 9,200 | $160,000 | 152$ |
| Totals | 4 | 67,538,523 | 62,550 | $1,371,000 | 1,284$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Hungary:
Japan showcased the world's first onboard railgun capable of firing projectiles at seven times the speed of sound.
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Ecuador:
Japan has qualified for the 2026 World Cup.
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Norway:
For China, Japan's capitulation is significant in the context of World War II.
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Saudi Arabia:
Japan is one of the teams looking to maintain its perfect record in all previous editions of the finals.
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Russia:
Japan's consulate requested the return of the exhibit from the Sakhalin regional library.
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Russia:
Japan's consulate requested the return of the exhibit from the Sakhalin regional library.
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Estonia:
Japan is mentioned in relation to tsunami warnings issued due to the earthquake.
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North Macedonia:
Japan is competing for placement against Romania.
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Saudi Arabia:
Japan joined other countries in condemning the violence in Gaza.
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North Macedonia:
Japan was among the countries calling for an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza war.
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