据德国方面2月19日消息，由于德法两国联合研制的新一代战斗机项目陷入僵局，德国政府正考虑从美 国购买更多的F-35战斗机。 据悉，德国此次考虑增购F-35战机的背景是，德法两国在联合研发下一代战斗机项目上存在分歧。研发 下一代战斗机原本是欧洲在军备领域实现更大自主权的重要动作，但作为两大参与企业，法国达索公司 与总部位于德国的空中客车防务与航天公司就项目如何推进久争不下，前者要求在项目中占据主导地 位。（央视新闻） 知情人士称，德美两国相关谈判涉及超过35架F-35战斗机，每架造价约为8000万欧元。德国2022年已向 美国订购35架F-35战斗机，预计今年晚些时候开始交付。 ...

Core Viewpoint - Japan is accelerating its militarization efforts, with plans to revise its security policies, including increasing defense spending, modifying its "Three Non-Nuclear Principles," and expanding offensive military capabilities, raising concerns about a resurgence of militarism in the region [1][4][8]. Defense Budget and Military Expansion - The defense budget for the fiscal year 2026 is set to exceed 9 trillion yen, marking a historical high, with a significant increase of 3.6 trillion yen from the fiscal year 2022 budget of 5.4 trillion yen [1][2]. - The government plans to lift restrictions on five types of weapon exports, indicating a substantial relaxation of arms export policies [1][2]. - The military budget is being directed towards offensive capabilities and advanced military technologies, with a focus on unmanned systems and high-tech warfare [2][3]. Strategic Military Developments - Japan is establishing a comprehensive defense system centered around drones and advanced missile systems, including hypersonic missiles and improved anti-ship missiles [2][3]. - The restructuring of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force into the Japan Aerospace Self-Defense Force and the creation of a new Space Operations Group reflect a shift towards a more integrated military command structure [2][3]. Policy Changes and Military Doctrine - The new National Security Strategy emphasizes Japan's commitment to developing offensive capabilities, with plans to increase total defense spending to approximately 43 trillion yen from 2023 to 2027 [4][5]. - Japan's defense strategy is shifting from "passive defense" to "proactive deterrence," indicating a significant departure from its post-war defense principles [4][5]. Historical Context and Domestic Politics - The current government's militarization efforts are seen as a continuation of the right-wing political agenda, leveraging perceived external threats to consolidate power and support from military-industrial interests [6][7]. - The historical legacy of militarism in Japan remains a concern, with the current administration's actions drawing parallels to past militaristic ideologies [7][8]. Regional and Global Implications - Japan's military expansion poses risks to regional stability, potentially leading to an arms race and increased tensions with neighboring countries [9][10]. - The potential breach of the "Three Non-Nuclear Principles" could trigger a nuclear proliferation crisis, further destabilizing the international order established post-World War II [10].