Japan, Philippines to Discuss Intelligence Sharing: Takaichi
The Philippines and Japan agreed on Thursday to negotiate an intelligence sharing agreement, as the two nations draw closer under the increasing shadow of China's naval ambitions.
‘Quad’ Ministers ‘Seriously Concerned’ Over South, East China Seas
The US, India, Japan and Australia voiced joint concern on Tuesday over the South and East China Seas, warning Beijing without naming it against any assertive moves.
Japan Eyes New Zealand Warship Deal With Mogami Frigate Offer
Japan is preparing formal talks to sell the upgraded configuration of its homegrown Mogami-class multi-mission stealth frigate to New Zealand, with defense leaders from both countries expected to plan the proposal later this month.
Rubio to Revive ‘Quad’ Alliance in India, but Staying Power Unclear
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio was to meet Tuesday with Australia, India and Japan to revive the so-called Quad security alliance – viewed suspiciously by China – following disagreement on Iran and questions over US commitment.
Japan Weighs Export of Type 88 Anti-Ship Missiles to Philippines
Japan is weighing the export of its Type 88 anti-ship missile to the Philippines after Manila expressed interest in acquiring the system.
Terra Drone to Supply 300 Domestically Made UAVs to Japan
Terra Drone secured a contract with Japan’s Acquisition, Technology & Logistics Agency to manufacture 300 domestically produced drones.
Japan, Philippines Aim to Fast-Track Transfer of Navy Destroyers
Japan's defense minister pledged to deepen military cooperation with the Philippines during a visit to Manila, aiming for the "early transfer" of Abukuma-class destroyers to the archipelago nation.
Indonesia, Japan Sign Defense Pact After Tokyo Unlocks Arms Exports
The defense ministers of Indonesia and Japan signed a cooperation agreement, underlining the need to safeguard regional peace and stability in the face of global tumult.
Japan, India Collab on Next-Gen AI Drones That Operate Without Networks
Japan has joined forces with India to build next-gen unmanned aircraft systems that can think and react on their own, even when cut off from networks.
Meet Japan’s Newest Target Practice Partners: Corrugated Cardboard Drones
Japan has come up with an unusual solution for its military target practice sessions: drones made from corrugated cardboard.
US Forces Korea Eyes Trilateral ‘Kill Web’ Network to Deter Indo-Pacific Threats
The US Forces Korea has proposed integrating the military capabilities of South Korea, Japan, and potentially the Philippines into a unified “kill web” to counter rising threats from North Korea, China, and Russia.
Japan’s Terra Drone Backs Production Expansion of Ukraine’s ‘Terra A’ Interceptors
Terra Drone is investing to scale up production of the Terra A-series interceptor drones, developed in Ukraine by Amazing Drones.
Japan Teams With Northrop Grumman to Boost Electronic Warfare Capabilities
Japan is moving towards further enhancing its electronic warfare (EW) capabilities through a collaboration with US defense giant Northrop Grumman.
Japan Intelligence Bill Clears Lower House
Japan's lower house approved a bill to upgrade Tokyo's intelligence capacity, the latest step in Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's campaign to boost the nation's defense and security apparatus.
Japan Eases Weapons Export Rules
Japan will ease decades-old arms export curbs in a major policy shift that paves the way for the sale of lethal weapons overseas as Tokyo ramps up its defense ambitions.
US Begins Philippines War Games in Thick of Middle East Conflict
Thousands of American and Philippine troops, joined for the first time by a significant contingent of Japanese forces, began annual military exercises Monday set against the backdrop of the Middle East war.
Australia, Japan Ink Multibillion Dollar Warship Deal
Japan agreed on a deal to provide Australia's navy with the first of almost a dozen stealth frigates, part of a wider military build up by Canberra.
11 Nations Urge ‘Coordinated’ Economic Support Amid Mideast War
The finance ministers of 11 countries called for "coordinated emergency support" to help countries hit by disruptions from the war in the Middle East.
Canada Wants Observer Role in GCAP Fighter Program
Canada has expressed interest in joining the Global Combat Air Program as an observer, giving Ottawa access to sensitive data on the next-generation fighter being developed by Japan, the UK, and Italy.
Japan Aims to Boost Women Troops as It Struggles to Enlist
Japan wants to significantly boost the number of women in the military by the mid-2030s, as it struggles to convince young people to enlist.
China Flags Japan’s Potential to Develop Nuclear Weapons: Report
China raised concerns over Japan’s stockpile of nuclear material, arguing that the country could retain resources to develop nuclear weapons.
GCAP Awards First Joint Contract to Edgewing to Advance Next-Gen Fighter
The agency overseeing the Global Combat Air Programme has awarded its first joint international contract to the Edgewing joint venture.
Mitsubishi Delivers Japan’s Fifth Taigei Attack Submarine
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force has accepted its fifth Taigei-class diesel-electric attack submarine from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.
US Navy Orders Northrop’s Coyote Sea-Skimming Targets for $127M
The US Navy has awarded Northrop Grumman a $127-million contract to supply the 18th full production batch of GQM-163A Coyote supersonic sea-skimming targets.
