据日媒报道，多个市民团体对高市早苗政府寻求获取核动力潜艇的动作提出抗议。在12月9日的反对获取核动力潜艇的抗议集会上，有日本市民团体表示， 获取核动力潜艇与日本"专守防卫"政策背道而驰，加剧地区紧张。日本时事通讯社报道称，获取核潜艇可能违反日本"原子力基本法"，该法律规定日本的核 研究、开发以及使用必须仅限于"和平目的"。如果日本要获取核潜艇，需先修改"原子力基本法"。 值得注意的是，多家日媒12月18日报道称，日本首相官邸一名高级别官员当天对记者声称，鉴于日本周边安全保障环境日益严峻，他认为"日本应当拥有核 武器"。据悉，该官员负责向高市早苗提供安全保障政策建议。有关言论受到日本舆论和政界的强烈抨击。日本立宪民主党党首野田佳彦、公明党党首齐藤 铁夫等政界人士以及日本原子弹氢弹爆炸受害者团体协议会等团体对有关言论予以谴责并要求高市政府撤换涉事官员。 在12月19日举行的中国外交部例行记者会上，外交部发言人郭嘉昆在回应外媒记者"外交部对此有何评论"的提问时表示，中方十分关注媒体上相关的报道， 如果相关消息属实，则事态相当严重，暴露出日方一些人企图突破国际法、拥有核武器的危险图谋。中国和国际社会必须高度警惕，严重 ...

【环球网报道】美国彭博社当地时间12月4日援引知情人士消息爆料称，印度将向俄罗斯支付约20亿美元租赁一艘核动力潜艇，双方在谈 判近十年后最终敲定交付事宜，此时恰逢俄罗斯总统普京访问新德里之际。 彭博社提到，在普京访印前夕，印度海军参谋长迪内什·特里帕蒂本周早些时候向记者表示，一艘攻击核潜艇即将服役，但未提供具体细 节。 报道称，印度外交部及国防部未回应置评请求。俄罗斯外交部、国防部以及俄罗斯国防产品出口公司也未回应置评请求。 彭博社称，知情人士表示，因价格问题，印度从俄罗斯租赁核潜艇的谈判多年来一直停滞不前。如今双方已就该协议达成一致，印度官 员11月曾赴俄造船厂考察。消息人士还透露，印度预计将在两年内接收该潜艇，但考虑到项目复杂性，交付时间可能会有所延迟。 彭博社介绍称，普京预计将于当地时间4日抵达印度，这是俄乌冲突爆发以来普京首次访印。他将与印度总理莫迪会晤，以强化两国在防 务和能源上的合作关系。 报道还援引知情人士消息称，该潜艇租赁合同包含维护条款。根据租赁条款，这艘俄罗斯攻击型核潜艇不得用于实际作战，其主要作用 是帮助印度在建造本国核潜艇的同时培训水兵并完善核潜艇操作。这艘潜艇将在印度海军服役十年。此 ...

Core Viewpoint - Japan needs to consider the development of nuclear-powered submarines as part of its defense strategy [1] Group 1 - The statement was made by Shinjiro Koizumi, highlighting the importance of enhancing Japan's maritime capabilities [1] - The discussion comes amid increasing regional tensions and security challenges in the Asia-Pacific region [1]

Core Viewpoint - The discussions between South Korea and the United States regarding South Korea's acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines have gained significant attention, with U.S. Defense Secretary confirming support for the initiative, while also highlighting the complexities involved in negotiations and regional implications [1][2][3]. Group 1: Nuclear Submarine Acquisition - South Korea's Defense Minister confirmed that U.S. President Trump has approved the construction of nuclear-powered submarines, with the U.S. military pledging full support [1][2]. - The first nuclear-powered submarine for South Korea is expected to be launched in the mid-2030s, contingent upon successful negotiations for nuclear fuel supply with the U.S. [2][4]. - The construction of these submarines is seen as a sensitive international issue, potentially leading to an arms race in the region [1][3][5]. Group 2: Bilateral Defense Relations - The U.S. is willing to deepen cooperation with South Korea in various naval capabilities, including submarines and surface vessels, as part of a broader strategy to revitalize the U.S. shipbuilding industry [2][3]. - Discussions also included South Korea's plans to increase its defense budget and enhance the strategic flexibility of U.S. forces stationed in South Korea [6]. - There are concerns that the reliance on U.S. support for defense initiatives may lead to a deeper dependency, complicating South Korea's strategic autonomy [5][7]. Group 3: Regional Security Dynamics - Analysts warn that South Korea's pursuit of nuclear submarines could disrupt the strategic balance in Northeast Asia, potentially escalating military tensions [3][5]. - The ongoing negotiations are expected to address critical issues such as construction locations, technology transfer, and nuclear fuel acquisition, which are likely to be contentious [3][6]. - The relationship between South Korea and the U.S. remains strong, but recent events indicate growing complexities and divergences in their defense and economic dealings [6][7].

Group 1 - The core agreement between the US and Australia focuses on a critical minerals deal aimed at countering China's influence, with a projected value of $85 billion [1] - Both governments will invest $1 billion each in mining and processing projects over the next six months, establishing minimum price floors for critical minerals [1][5] - The US Export-Import Bank announced over $2.2 billion in investment intentions for Australian critical mineral projects, which are essential for advanced defense systems and high-tech manufacturing [2] Group 2 - The "AUKUS" submarine agreement, valued at AUD 368 billion (approximately $239.5 billion), received support from Trump, who aims to expedite the construction of nuclear submarines for Australia [3] - Australia has already invested $2 billion to enhance the productivity of US submarine shipyards and plans to maintain US submarines at its Indian Ocean naval base starting in 2027 [3] - The agreement includes provisions to simplify permitting processes for mining and processing facilities to increase output and enhance cooperation on geological resource mapping [4][5]