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Japan's lower house of parliament passes a pair of bills that amend the country's security laws, allowing Japanese soldiers to engage in overseas combat under specific conditions for the first time since World War II. The bills face opposition and protests from lawmakers, but their eventual passage into law is expected. The changes raise concerns about Japan's defense policy and have regional implications.
Wednesday, 15 July, 2015