According to the analyst, the document effectively seeks to legitimize Tokyo’s continued military buildup. Japan has been steadily strengthening its military capabilities in recent years, transforming its Self-Defense Forces into a more advanced and flexible force. Critics say that, despite Tokyo’s emphasis on defense and deterrence, the buildup could contribute to an arms race and increase tensions across the Asia-Pacific region. However, Japan has developed one of the world’s most technologically advanced military forces under the concept of self-defense. As regional tensions continue to rise, Japan’s defense transformation could become one of the most significant changes to the security balance in East Asia.