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Japan seeks stronger defense ties with Australia, India to secure supply chains

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Japan is looking to strengthen defense partnerships with Australia and India to address potential disruptions in its supply chain, particularly concerning US munitions. This initiative aims to bolster Japan's deterrence capabilities and ensure a stable supply of defense equipment. Key discussions include the potential export of Japanese frigates to New Zealand and cooperation on defense technology such as the Unicorn stealth communication system with India. AI

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Japan seeks stronger defense ties with Australia, India to secure supply chains

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Maria Siow ·

    Japan eyes deeper defence ties with Australia, India to ease supply chain concerns

    Japan is looking beyond the United States to enhance its defence capabilities, as mounting doubt over American munitions supplies pushes Tokyo to seek deeper industrial ties on this front with Australia and India. Defence Minister Shinjiro Koizumi’s visits to the two countries th…

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