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Japan-Italy-U.K. fighter program

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. 

Japan’s Ruling Party Wants to Export Its Next-Generation Fighter. The Public Is Reluctant. 

Japan’s Ruling Party Wants to Export Its Next-Generation Fighter. The Public Is Reluctant. 

By Jio Kamata
The LDP's coalition partner is opposed to allowing exports of the co-produced fighters, citing public resistance to the idea.
Japan, Italy Agree to Further Strengthen Bilateral Defense Ties

Japan, Italy Agree to Further Strengthen Bilateral Defense Ties

By Takahashi Kosuke
Meeting in Tokyo, Prime Ministers Kishida Fumio and Giorgia Meloni discussed naval port calls, enlarged joint exercises, and expanded cooperation.

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.

With Joint Fighter on the Horizon, Japan, UK Agree to Further Strengthen Bilateral Defense Ties 

With Joint Fighter on the Horizon, Japan, UK Agree to Further Strengthen Bilateral Defense Ties 

By Takahashi Kosuke
The two nations plus Italy aim to sign the Global Combat Air Program treaty by the end of 2023.

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Growing Japan-Italy Ties Emphasize Tokyo’s Pressing Need for Assistance

Growing Japan-Italy Ties Emphasize Tokyo’s Pressing Need for Assistance

By Mark S. Cogan
The European nation forms an increasingly important part of Japan's goal of consolidating its security cooperation with like-minded Western nations.

Why and How Italy and Japan Are Upgrading Their Partnership

Why and How Italy and Japan Are Upgrading Their Partnership

By Dario Cristiani
Prime Minister Kishida Fumio’s recent visit to Italy highlighted the growing convergence between the two countries.
Why Japan Chose Britain and Italy for Its F-X Fighter Program

Why Japan Chose Britain and Italy for Its F-X Fighter Program

By Takahashi Kosuke
5 reasons why Japan decided to jointly develop a next-generation fighter with the U.K. and Italy, not the U.S.

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