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Japan partners with Boeing after SpaceJet failure, eyes tech rivalry with China

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Japan is seeking to re-establish its presence in the aerospace industry by partnering with Boeing, following the significant failure of its Mitsubishi SpaceJet program. This strategic shift is driven by a desire to bridge a technological gap with China and reclaim its status as a global innovation leader, reminiscent of its past successes with products like the Walkman and lithium-ion batteries. The recent news of China's large Boeing aircraft order has further spurred Japan's interest in collaborating with the American aerospace giant. AI

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Japan partners with Boeing after SpaceJet failure, eyes tech rivalry with China

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

    Japan failed to build its own airliner. Now it’s turning to Boeing

    Japan’s push to build its own civil aviation sector and stay competitive in the technology race against China could receive a boost from a potential partnership with American aircraft giant Boeing. The country is already a key Boeing partner, possesses advanced manufacturing tech…

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