A source from the office of the Japanese Prime Minister stated on Thursday that Japan needs nuclear weapons, a statement that deviates from Japan's long-standing "nuclear non-possessing three principles" and has caused strong reactions both domestically and internationally. This source, involved in the government's security policy-making under the leadership of Asahi Hayato, said, "I think we should have nuclear weapons," adding, "in the end, we can only rely on ourselves," but he also pointed out that this is not realistic. Asahi, known for his hawkish security stance, is currently considering re-examining Japan's long-held "nuclear non-possessing three principles." In Japan, the practice of seeking to adjust the basic nuclear policy remains controversial, as many people cherish the post-war peace constitution. Amending the "nuclear non-possessing three principles" also contradicts the efforts of the Japanese government to promote a nuclear-free world. However, at the same time, Japan has always relied on the U.S. nuclear extended deterrence. Some critics argue that this itself already contradicts the principle of non-nuclear.
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