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Japan opens door to global arms market with overhaul of defence export rules
Reuters • 4/21/2026
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Lindy Score Breakdown (V4.2)
4d
Age
9
Sources
from cluster
101
Hours Since Seen
Final Score
15/100
Category
AntiLindy
Status
Active
Recency Multiplier
23%
(0.5^101/48)
Hero Eligible
Yes
Story Timeline
2026-04-21
Japan opens door to global arms market with overhaul of defence export rules
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+8 more sources
Analysis
Risk 10
Source Reputation:
Moderate trust (10/20 pts)
Consensus:
Strong consensus: 9 independent sources
Age:
4 days - proven survivor
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Japan loosens long-standing curbs on arms exports
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Japan opens door to global arms market with overhaul of defence export rules
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