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Japan calling for military strike capability

Some members of Japan's ruling party are calling for the country to develop the ability to strike at enemy bases.

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Albert Siegel
Press TV, Tokyo

Recent developments in Southeast Asia particularly the tensions on the Korean Peninsula has once again prompted calls in Japan to change the concept of defense in the constitution which bars the country from using military force for anything other than defense. But to make the changes, Japan has to overcome some challenges.