Japan PM says to "seriously consider" introduction of nuclear subs

Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said Wednesday the government will "seriously consider" the possibility of the country's Self-Defense Forces introducing nuclear-powered submarines, in the face of increased military activity by its neighbors."We will seriously consider (the possibility) in a concrete and realistic manner," Takaichi told a parliamentary session.Takaichi told parliament earlier in the month, "Nothing is decided at this point" on how Japanese submarines should be powered.Japanese law limits the use of nuclear power to peaceful purposes, and past administrations have maintained th…READ FULL ARTICLE