Japan on Tuesday overhauled its defence export rules, allowing wider global arms sales. The decision opens exports of warships, missiles, and advanced military systems. It marks a major shift from Japan’s long-standing postwar restrictions. The move aims to strengthen Japan’s defence industry and global competitiveness. Officials say it will support production scale and reduce unit […]
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Australia, Japan seal $7bn warship deal
Australia and Japan have signed contracts to launch a $7 billion warship deal. The agreement strengthens defence cooperation and reshapes regional security dynamics. It also supports efforts to counter growing military influence in the Indo-Pacific region. Australia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Richard Marles and Japan’s Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi signed the memorandum in […]