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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi aims to revise national security documents to strengthen Japan's military capabilities despite its pacifist Constitution. U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized the need for realistic training with Japan to counter China's naval power during a meeting with Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi. The discussions focused on enhancing bilateral security, increasing Japan's defense spending, and addressing tensions related to Taiwan and China's actions against Japan.