Regarding whether to allow the export of defense equipment jointly developed with other countries to third countries, Komeito representative Yamaguchi said that there has not been enough discussion and the people's understanding has not been gained, and that the government should explain the necessity. I reiterated my belief that this should be done.
Regarding the export of defense equipment jointly developed with other countries to third countries, with the next generation of fighter jets being developed with the UK and Italy in mind, Prime Minister Kishida spoke in the Diet on the 5th, saying, ``Transfer of finished products to third countries.'' It is in the national interest to broadly and smoothly engage in international joint development and production, including the
Regarding this, Komeito representative Yamaguchi said at a press conference, ``Year ago, when we decided to proceed with joint development, the premise was that we would not export finished products, but yesterday's response from Prime Minister Kishida was that ``finished products would not be exported to third countries.'' "Including relocation," he pointed out.
He went on to state that ``Allowing exports would be an important change in policy, but there has not been sufficient discussion as to why the change is necessary, and we have not yet reached a situation where the public has gained understanding.'' I reiterated my belief that if the government approves this, it should explain the necessity.