Next-generation fighter jet jointly developed by Japan, the UK, and Italy - approval for export to third countries to be debated in parliament. The Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan and other parties have criticized the bill for not having enough discussion.
The government has decided to allow the export of the next fighter jet, which is being jointly developed with the UK and Italy, to third country with restrictions in place. The draft treaty necessary to establish an organization that will serve as a control tower for development is scheduled to be deliberated in the current Diet session.