Director-General of National Security Akiba “Japan’s security policy is at a turning point” Contributed to a US newspaper. "Japan will be able to transfer a wider variety of defense equipment, including fighter jets jointly developed with other countries," he said.

In light of changes in the security environment surrounding Japan and the world, Japan's He emphasized that security policy was at a 'turning point' and that Japan's goal was to strengthen deterrence and create space for genuine dialogue.