Armed forces' bid to cut fuel costs

Japan's armed forces may use up their annual fuel budget months early this year, despite running some ships and planes at low power and cutting back on major exercises.

Faced with fuel costs that exceed spending plans by 60%, the Self Defence Force has scaled back training missions, vehicles are being run at slower speeds, and more passengers are being squeezed in per trip in order to conserve fuel.

"If fuel prices keep increasing we won't be able to cover it, and we will have to make a request to ensure we have sufficient funds," a spokeswoman said.

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