Japan will promote the development of submarine resources

During the April 26 cabinet meeting, the Government of Japan adopted a five-year basic plan of marine policy to promote the development of submarine resources and enhance the ability to monitor the waters of the water. this.

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Under this plan, Japan will step up research on submarine resources such as methan hydrate and rare earth in the next three years; developing methane gas production technology from methan hydrate for commercial purposes starting in 2018.

In addition, the plan will help strengthen Japan's maritime surveillance capabilities in the waters around the country by restructuring and equipping aircraft and ships for the Coast Guard and the Defense Force. Japan, conducting information sharing activities between these two forces.

Speaking at the meeting, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Japan wants to develop submarine resources despite its deteriorating maritime security situation, while emphasizing the importance of coordination between Government agencies to better implement policies.

Under the Basic Marine Policy Act, which came into effect in July 2007, every five years, Japan adjusts its marine policy. Current marine policy is set in 2008.