Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi and three other Cabinet ministers visited the controversial Yasukuni Jinja shrine in Tokyo on August 15, drawing criticism for potentially damaging foreign relations.

Japan's defense minister, Shinjiro Koizumi, has reiterated his support for a nuclear-free world following criticism, including from atomic bomb survivors, over his recent proposal for open debates on nuclear policy.

Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi stated that the country "cannot avoid" a debate on nuclear weapons, as the government considers revising its decades-old pledge against producing, possessing, or hosting nuclear arms.

South Korean Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back and Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi are scheduled to hold their second face-to-face meeting within a month to discuss defense cooperation.

Japan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi stated that the country needs to reconsider its post-World War Two pacifist posture to prevent future conflicts, emphasizing the critical need to ramp up defense capabilities, a message he conveyed to the BBC.

JAPANSKI ministar obrane Shinjiro Koizumi odbacio je kineske optužbe o militarizmu, ističući da je kinesko naoružavanje, a ne jačanje japanske obrane, razlog za zabrinutost međunarodne zajednice.

Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi announced that several countries have expressed interest in Japanese defense equipment, indicating a new era of international partnerships for Japan's defense industry.

German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius and his Japanese counterpart Shinjiro Koizumi met in Yokosuka to discuss closer defense cooperation and joint armament efforts.

Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi highlighted significant progress in high-energy laser technology, calling it a breakthrough for both bilateral ties with Australia and Japan's defense industry.

Japan's Defense Minister, Shinjiro Koizumi, has sparked debate by stating that discussions on nuclear weapons are unavoidable, despite historical sensitivities. This consideration comes as Japan faces an aggressive China, potentially signaling a shift from its long-held non-nuclear principles.

Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi's visit to South Korea for talks with his counterpart Ahn Gyu-back highlighted deepening personal rapport and growing ties between Seoul and Tokyo.

Japan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi is pushing back against China's accusations of 'new militarism' in a calculated effort to ensure the label does not hinder Japan's security reforms and to win over allies.

Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi avoided direct mention of China in his rebuttal against 'new militarism' claims, signaling a careful strategy to prevent escalation with Beijing.

Japan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi denied accusations of militarism while criticizing China's extensive military arsenal, making some of Tokyo's strongest remarks yet in the ongoing dispute over Japan's military build-up.

Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi warned that North Korea's accelerated development of nuclear and missile weapons poses an increasingly serious and urgent threat to Japan's security and the international community.

Japan could build a “China-free” supply chain for defence equipment, but doing so would be costly and could take years as Tokyo tries to reduce its reliance on a strategic rival, analysts have said. The debate gained urgency after Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi last week said Tokyo should consider creating a “China-free” supply chain for defence equipment, following Beijing’s ban on exports of dual-use items to Japan. Speaking during a Lower House Budget Committee session, Koizumi said...

Japan's Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi has urged the nation to enhance its defense capabilities with a greater sense of urgency, citing growing threats from China, North Korea, and Russia as detailed in a recent government white paper.

Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi stated that the country "cannot avoid" a debate on nuclear weapons, citing France and Finland's actions to strengthen nuclear deterrence.

Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi is advocating for the establishment of an international bureau within the ministry, citing growing responsibilities as Japan expands defense ties with like-minded nations.

Japan's Defence Minister, Shinjiro Koizumi, stated that ramping up the nation's defense capabilities is 'critical' to prevent war, suggesting a re-evaluation of its post-World War Two pacifist stance.

Japonia dhe Kina “përplasin për militarizimin: Tokio kundërshton akuzat e Pekinit Ministri japonez i mbrojtjes Shinjiro Koizumi ka hedhur poshtë akuzat e Kinës se Japonia po ndjek një “militarizëm të…

Shinjiro Koizumi is scheduled to make his first visit to South Korea in June since assuming his current post last October, where he will engage in defense talks.

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi announced plans to strengthen the country's defense system on the Pacific side, noting that a 'vast area' there is currently a 'defense vacuum'.

Japan plans to invite defense officials from Pacific island nations to strengthen cooperation, a move emphasized by Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi in response to China's increasing influence in the South Pacific.