Japan security debate marred by scuffles in upper house

Scuffles have broken out in Japan's upper house ahead of a vote on a controversial move by the government to expand the role of the armed forces.

The bills would amend Japan's pacifist constitution to allow it to defend its allies overseas even when it is not under attack.

They have already been approved by the government-dominated lower house.

Opposition lawmakers Thursday morning tried to physically prevent the debate from taking place.

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