The Liberal Democratic Party has said it would like to resume working-level consultations within this month regarding whether to allow the export of defense equipment jointly developed with other countries to third countries, but there are strong cautious opinions within the Komeito Party and there is no prospect in sight. yeah. It is unclear whether a conclusion will be reached by the end of next month, as requested by the government.
Regarding the export of defense equipment jointly developed with other countries to third countries, with the next generation of fighter jets being developed with Britain and Italy in mind, members of the working-level consultations of the Liberal Democratic Party and New Komeito Party have agreed to not allow Without it, Japan was the only one who would be unable to do anything when promoting the market.''
However, some members of Komeito have a cautious opinion, saying, ``Our basic policy has been not to export lethal equipment, and I don't think there is widespread discussion within the party or among the public.'' The conclusion was not included in the review of defense equipment export rules decided last month.
In response, the government has requested that the ruling party come to a conclusion by the end of next month, and the Liberal Democratic Party has said it would like to resume working-level consultations by the end of this month, but Komeito remains cautious, especially its executives, and there is no prospect of resumption. Not standing.
The Komeito Party also argues that the government should explain whether it believes it is necessary to recognize the situation, and some within the Liberal Democratic Party are of the opinion that Prime Minister Kishida should show leadership and resolve the situation. It is unclear whether the desired conclusion will be reached by the end of next month.