AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoJapan Defense Budget: Japan’s Defense Ministry is set to request a record ¥8.9 trillion (about $60.1B) for FY2027, with drones, AI-enabled command-and-control, longer-range missiles, and even high-powered lasers among the priorities. Energy & Industry Decarbonization: Kansai Electric and Kawasaki Heavy are moving toward early CO2 capture-and-transport for storage, aiming to build practical tech for cutting emissions from coal plants. AI & Semiconductors Watch: Japan’s NISTEP reports China has overtaken the US in R&D spending, while Japan ranks third—an update that underscores the competitive pressure on Japan’s innovation pipeline. Space Economy: Japanese firm Astroscale is pushing in-orbit debris cleanup and satellite servicing as orbital congestion grows, with reported revenue growth signaling rising demand. Climate & Weather Monitoring: A primer on sea surface temperature tracking highlights why ocean heat readings matter for forecasting major weather swings. Public Policy (Kids Online): Japan is resisting blanket social media bans for children, leaning instead toward stronger platform responsibility, age checks, and safer settings. Earth Science: A 5.4 quake hit near Japan’s east coast, reminding the region how seismic risk shapes tech and infrastructure planning.
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