Editorial

15:00 JST, March 25, 2025

The international order that has existed since the end of World War II has been shaken, and the security environment has changed completely. Threats to Japan are also increasing.

The Self-Defense Forces must make effective use of their new command so that they can respond appropriately to contingencies.

The Joint Operations Command, a structure that centrally controls the three branches of the Self-Defense Forces — the Ground, Maritime and Air Self-Defense Forces — has been established. Gen. Kenichiro Nagumo serves as the commander of the new structure, which has about 240 personnel.

Among the responsibilities of the Joint Staff, such as assisting the defense minister and coordinating with Japan’s ally, the new command will mainly take over the functions related to the operation of units.

In the wake........

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