Japan ground troops begin nationwide drills for 1st time in 30 years

Kyodo -- Sep 15

The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force on Wednesday started nationwide exercises involving all units for the first time in about 30 years in an attempt to boost deterrence and strengthen its capabilities amid China's ramped-up regional assertiveness.

The GDSF drills, including transporting necessary supplies and testing communication systems, will be carried out until the end of November across the country, with an aim to strengthen the ability to defend remote islands.

Sep 15 (FNNプライムオンライン) - 陸上自衛隊は、静岡県の東富士演習場で12日に行われた訓練で、拳銃の弾薬を紛失したと発表した。