SDF dispatched in the Middle East "No intentional attack", Minister of Defense Kono, Jan. 23, 20:26
Regarding the dispatch of the SDF to the Middle East, Minister of Defense Kono stated in an interview with NHK World that the purpose of the dispatch was explained to relevant countries and others, and that vessels related to the SDF and Japan were not intentionally attacked. The recognition was shown.
In this context, Defense Minister Kono said, "I do not think that the area where the SDF was dispatched will be in a dangerous situation in the future. Anyone who has explained the intention of the dispatch to all parties concerned, Or any related ship with the Japanese flag on it will not be attacked. "
Minister Kono said, "If there is no longer any need for dispatch, the destroyers will be lifted. It will be. "
He also stated that he was talking about whether he could cooperate with the United Kingdom as well as the United Kingdom, and would like to decide on a direction by December, regarding the development of the next fighter, which will be the successor to the JASDF F2 fighter.