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Japan faces hurdles in acquiring counterstrike options against DPRK attacks
New capability might allow Tokyo to play a bigger role in alliance with US, but efficacy beyond that is less certain
More of the same? Japan’s North Korea strategy under the next prime minister
Suga’s successor will continue Tokyo’s sharp defense posture, but variations in sequencing and priorities may emerge