Japan's Prime Minister issues three instructions after a suspected ballistic missile launch by North Korea
3 October 2026
The Prime Minister's Office of Japan published instructions issued by the Prime Minister at 06:40 on 3 October 2026 in response to a suspected ballistic missile launch by North Korea.
The first instruction was to dedicate maximum effort to gather and analyse information, and to provide the public with information in a timely and appropriate manner.
The second was to ensure the safety of aircraft, vessels and other assets.
The third was to take all possible measures for precaution, including readiness for contingencies.
The instructions are published in provisional English translation on the Prime Minister's Office website.
In plain words
Ballistic missile Ballistic missile — A missile that is powered only in its early flight and then follows a free-falling path to its target.