Japan increases military spending in 2015

The Japanese government has approved a new draft budget, increasing defense spending to a record 42 billion.

The growth of military spending on 2,8% occurs against the background of an unresolved dispute with China regarding the status of islands in the East China Sea.

Tokyo plans to acquire patrol vehicles, strategic drones, fighter jets and other military equipment.

In the summer, the Japanese government approved a change in the country's constitution, giving the Japanese army the opportunity to expand its activities in the global arena.

According to the new document, the armed forces of the country can be used to help the allies outside of Japan.

The decision of ministers in Tokyo caused outrage in Beijing, writes BBC News.