On the Publication of Defense of Japan 2011
Toshimi Kitazawa
Minister of Defense
This year’s white paper is the second publication since the new administration took office.
As the security
environment surrounding Japan changes at a rapid pace, this...
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On the Publication of Defense of Japan 2011
Toshimi Kitazawa
Minister of Defense
This year’s white paper is the second publication since the new administration took office.
As the security
environment surrounding Japan changes at a rapid pace, this year the Ministry of Defense (MOD) and
Japan Self-Defense Forces (SDF) experienced numerous milestone events within Japan and aboard.
First, there was the Great East Japan Earthquake on March 11.
The earthquake, which was the largest in
recorded Japanese history, caused an unprecedented level of damage.
The MOD and SDF exerted
around-the-clock efforts, engaging in relief activities for disaster victims and responding to the nuclear
disaster.
SDF camps and bases were also damaged in the disaster.
Nevertheless, despite the circumstances, the
SDF responded to an order made by Prime Minister Kan by quickly establishing a posture of 100,000
personnel to respond to the situation.
I am proud to know that this contributed t
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