AFP New Delhi: In an effort to strengthen the defence capabilities of “like-minded” nations that uphold shared values, such as the rule of law, Japan announced on Wednesday that it will provide equipment to their militaries. Reuters that Philippines and Bangladesh are likely to be included as the first recipients of the aid,Yomiuri newspaper on Monday reported that the country is considering giving the Philippines radars to help it monitor Chinese activity in the disputed South China Sea. The choice to broaden the scope of foreign aid to military-related initiatives comes in response to Japan’s announcement in December of a military buildup that will double defence spending within five years as part of an effort to counter China’s expanding military might in Asia