Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno detected and tracked China in connection with reports that it flew at about five times the speed of sound and conducted a launch experiment of a "hypersonic missile," which is said to be more difficult to intercept. In addition to enhancing the ability and interception ability, he expressed the idea of ​​strengthening the comprehensive missile air defense capability.

In August, a British newspaper reported that China flew at about five times the speed of sound and conducted a test launch of a "hypersonic missile," which is said to be more difficult to intercept.



"We are aware of the press," Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno said at a press conference. "China seems to be rapidly developing hypersonic nuclear weapons to gain the striking power to break through missile defense." Said.



"China continues to increase its defense spending at a high level without transparency, and is expanding and rapidly strengthening the mass of its military power, including nuclear and missile forces, and military activities in the sea and airspace. Given the rapid expansion and activation of Japan, there are strong concerns about the security of the region including Japan and the international community. "



On top of that, Chief Cabinet Secretary Matsuno said, "Generally speaking, some new threats are pointed out to be difficult to deal with with conventional equipment. All threats from the sky can be detected and tracked and intercepted. In addition to increasing the capabilities, we will take measures by strengthening the comprehensive missile air defense capability that operates equipment in an integrated manner through the network. "