TOKYO: Nationalistic prime minister Shinzo Abe is expected Thursday to set out his case for beefing up pacifist Japan's rules of engagement, in a controversial move he hopes will allow its armed forces to enter battle in defence of allies.
Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga said the premier will speak about "what we need for securing the nation's safety, as well as people's lives and property".
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