SDF to have greater scope to use arms in peacekeeping operations

SDF to have greater scope to use arms in peacekeeping operations

Photo taken March 8, 2016, in South Sudan capital Juba shows Japan's Self-Defense Forces personnel involved in road maintenance and repair work as part of U.N. peacekeeping operations. Japan's new security laws took effect on March 29, giving the SDF greater scope to use arms while participating in peacekeeping. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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