The ruling parties have begun discussions on the ``counterattack capability'' to hit enemy missile launch sites.
It is expected that one of the focal points in future talks will be whether or not to allow the exercise of the "counterattack capability" as an exercise of the right of collective self-defense even in the event of an armed attack on an ally such as the United States, where Japan is not directly attacked.
On the 25th, at the ruling party discussion for strengthening defense capabilities, the government said that there is a limit to the current situation in dealing with the enemy's ballistic missile attack, and proposed a policy proposal that "counterattack capability" to hit the launch base etc. is necessary. showed for the first time.
Regarding this, the LDP argues that "counterattack capability" is necessary like the government.
In response, Komeito calls for careful discussion, saying that it will change the policy decisions that have been made so far. ” showed a willingness to accept the possession of
The Liberal Democratic Party and Komeito will hold talks again on November 30.
In future discussions, it will also be possible to exercise the right of collective self-defense in the event of an "existence-threatening situation," in which an armed attack occurs against another country that has close ties with Japan, such as its ally the United States, even if Japan is not directly attacked. As such, it is expected that one of the focal points will be whether or not to allow the activation of the "counterattack ability".