Export of defense equipment developed with other countries to third countries - Government and public authorities postpone conclusion until February. The Liberal Democratic Party and New Komeito Party are seeking to deepen the understanding of the public regarding whether to allow the export.
Trilateral talks on the next generation of fighter jets, which are being developed with Britain and Italy, are expected to begin in earnest from March onwards. We are requesting a conclusion on whether to allowed exports to the three countries by the end of February, the government said.