Japan

Japan to Boost $39 million Defense sale with U.S.

Japan is set to enhance its defense capabilities with a new U.S. deal for advanced air-to-surface missiles. The $39 million sale, approved by the...

Rare Visit: Chinese Military’s 7-Day Effort to Thaw Tensions with Japan

Chinese Military Delegation Visits Japan to Improve Relations A rare visit by a Chinese military delegation to Japan is being seen as a significant step...

First Deployment in 80 Years: Japan’s Troops Poised to Set Foot on Philippines Soil

Historic Defense Pact in the Making Japan and the Philippines are making significant progress toward a landmark Reciprocal Access Agreement...

Japanese Defense Minister’s Historic Visit Boosts Fighter Jet Development

Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani is set to visit Britain to discuss a wide range of defense matters, including...

Indonesia and Japan Revive Talks on Transfer of Defense Equipment

Efforts to Strengthen Defense Ties Indonesia and Japan have agreed to restart stalled discussions on the joint development of naval...

Japan Plans Strategic Boost for Defense Equipment Exports

Japan has announced plans to create a detailed strategy by 2025 to expand its defense equipment exports and enhance...

SQUAD and QUAD: Shaping Security in the Indo-Pacific

SQUAD & QUAD: A Dual Security Strategy The Indo-Pacific region faces growing security challenges, driven largely by China’s expanding military...

Mogami Frigates to Anchor Japan-Indonesia Defense Partnership

Japan has taken a bold step toward deepening its military partnerships in Southeast Asia. The Japanese government has proposed...