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Japan, India Agree to Enhance Security Cooperation at ‘2+2’

Japan, India Agree to Enhance Security Cooperation at ‘2+2’

By Takahashi Kosuke
“Defense has emerged as important pillar in bilateral relations,” said Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh.

After Months of Talks, Japan’s Ruling Coalition Agrees to Allow the Sale of Its Next-Gen Fighter Jets

After Months of Talks, Japan’s Ruling Coalition Agrees to Allow the Sale of Its Next-Gen Fighter Jets

By Takahashi Kosuke
The LDP was able to convince its traditionally pacifist partner, Komeito, to okay yet another loosening of defense export rules. 
Making the Most of Japan-US Defense Industry Cooperation

Making the Most of Japan-US Defense Industry Cooperation

By Jonathan Dorsey and Jonathan Walker
Revamping Japan’s industrial base and beyond.

Japan Eases Rules on Lethal Weapon Exports

Japan Eases Rules on Lethal Weapon Exports

By Takahashi Kosuke
Tokyo will face three major challenges to implement the policy change.

Japan-Italy-UK Joint Fighter Program Takes a Step Forward With New Treaty

Japan-Italy-UK Joint Fighter Program Takes a Step Forward With New Treaty

By Takahashi Kosuke
Japan, Britain, and Italy agreed to establish a joint organization to develop a new sixth-generation fighter jet.

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Japan’s Defense Industry Is Hindered by Self-Imposed Constraints

Japan’s Defense Industry Is Hindered by Self-Imposed Constraints

By Hiroshi Sazanami
It’s been nearly a decade since Japan widened the scope for arms exports, but there is little to show for the policy change.

Japan Takes Another Step Toward Expanding Defense Exports

Japan Takes Another Step Toward Expanding Defense Exports

By Mina Pollmann
The LDP-Komeito coalition is working to overcome internal differences on loosening the existing restrictions.
PM Hasina’s Upcoming Visit to Japan Highlights a Growing Defense Relationship

PM Hasina’s Upcoming Visit to Japan Highlights a Growing Defense Relationship

By Delwar Hossain
The geopolitical situation is bringing out the strategic aspects of Bangladesh-Japan relations, including a new focus on security cooperation. 

Japan Ups Profits for Its Defense Industry

Japan Ups Profits for Its Defense Industry

By Takahashi Kosuke
With the domestic industry struggling to stay afloat, Japan's defense ministry will increase profit margins for defense contractors to a max of 15 percent. 

Japan’s Arms Exports: A Prudent Possibility Amid Enduring Challenges

Japan’s Arms Exports: A Prudent Possibility Amid Enduring Challenges

By John Wright
Japan needs to urgently address key structural problems in order to build an export-driven defense industry.

An Inoffensive Quest: Can Japan’s Defense Exports Take Off?

An Inoffensive Quest: Can Japan’s Defense Exports Take Off?

By John Wright
Japan’s quest for an arms manufacturing industry is intimately linked with its self-perception as a “normal” power. How has it fared so far?
Is Japan’s Defense Industry in Decline?

Is Japan’s Defense Industry in Decline?

By Daisuke Akimoto
Despite worrying indicators, Japan’s defense industry is expected to remain in good health.

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