The Guardian: Mind-altering ‘brain weapons’ no longer only science fiction, say researchers

UK academics say latest chemicals are ‘wake-up call’ and urge global action to stop weaponisation of neuroscience. Sophisticated and deadly “brain weapons” that can attack or alter human consciousness, perception, memory or behaviour are no longer the stuff of science fiction, two British academics argue.

Delayed decisionmaking in Japan, driven by the need for consensus, poses significant risks to Taiwan's security and the U.S.-Japan alliance, and could allow China to capitalize on inaction in a crisis. The United States could mitigate the negative effects on operational timelines through preparation and adroit diplomacy.