Tokyo ready to examine offensive military system

Japan's hawkish defence chief has said the government was ready to examine whether Tokyo should possess an offensive military capability to counter future missile attacks. Asked if the government planned to consider the introduction of an offensive military capability, Shigeru Ishiba told the parliamentary defence committee: "It is worth considering it." "It is necessary to examine (the issue) from various points of view. If we stop considering it, we will be unable to take responsibility for the peace and independence of our country." More in link