[Japan plans to launch research on the application of humanoid robots in the field of defense] On September 23, relevant people from the Japanese government and the ruling party revealed on the 22nd that the government has begun to explore the application of humanoid robots in the field of defense. It is envisaged to use "physical AI" technology equipped with artificial intelligence (AI) and capable of autonomous actions to introduce robots into the Self-Defense Forces' logistics support tasks such as base security and material transportation. In view of the fact that the recruitment of Self-Defense Officers continues to fail to reach the required number, the Japanese government intends to promote personnel reduction through the introduction of AI and unmanned equipment.