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Japan MSDF Chief Considers Resignation Over Widespread Mishandling of Classified Information

Jul 6, 2024, 07:18 AM

The chief of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (MSDF) is considering resigning following the widespread mishandling of classified information by personnel on several destroyers. A Defense Ministry investigation revealed that unvetted personnel were regularly allowed to handle top secret information related to national security. This breach has prompted the top uniformed officer of the MSDF to signal his intention to step down.