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Japan and US to assemble AIM-120 missiles, expanding defense ties

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Japan and the US have agreed to establish a final assembly facility in Japan for the AIM-120 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile (AMRAAM). This move signifies Japan's continued departure from its post-war pacifist defense stance. The missiles produced will be integrated with Japan's F-35 fighter jets, and Tokyo is also considering conducting missile training exercises in India and Australia. AI

RANK_REASON This cluster details a significant defense agreement between two major allied nations, involving the establishment of a missile assembly line and expanded military training exercises, indicating a notable shift in regional security dynamics. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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Japan and US to assemble AIM-120 missiles, expanding defense ties

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Alyssa Chen ·

    Japan and US strike deal on missile assembly as Tokyo expands long-range arsenal

    Tokyo has struck a deal to build an assembly line for advanced American air-to-air missiles, while simultaneously exploring missile testing in India and Australia, moves which further mark Japan’s shift away from its post-war pacifist defence posture. Japanese Defence Minister Sh…

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