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Japan's Mogami-class warship competes with UK's Type 31 for New Zealand's navy

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Japan's Mogami-class warship is a leading candidate to replace New Zealand's aging frigates, alongside Britain's Type 31. The decision for Wellington's 2025 Defence Capability Plan will likely consider factors beyond just the platform's capabilities. Analysts suggest the Type 31 might offer more adaptability due to its larger, modular design for future upgrades. AI

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Japan's Mogami-class warship competes with UK's Type 31 for New Zealand's navy

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Julian Ryall ·

    Why Japan’s Mogami-class warship is winning over New Zealand

    Japan’s Mogami-class destroyer appears to be pulling ahead in the race to become the next generation of warships for the Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN), in what would be another major deal for Japan’s defence industry just weeks after Tokyo announced it was lifting its long-held b…

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