In discussions between the ruling parties over whether to allow the export of next-generation fighter jets, which are being jointly developed with the UK and Italy, to third countries, the government is planning to limit exports to the next-generation fighter jets and narrow down export destinations as a brake. was shown.
While Komeito appreciates this proposal, it believes it is necessary to thoroughly discuss it within the party, and plans to proceed with careful gathering of opinions in order to reach an agreement.
At a discussion held on the 8th between the Liberal Democratic Party and the Komeito Party regarding the export of defense equipment jointly developed with other countries, such as the next generation of fighter jets, to third countries, the government reiterated the Komeito Party's insistence that strict controls are needed. I have provided a proposal based on this.
Specifically,
the target will be limited to the next generation of fighter jets,
the export destination will be narrowed down to countries with which Japan has agreements regarding the export of defense equipment, etc., and
exports will not be made to countries where combat is taking place. is.
◇The ruling parties will also hold preliminary consultations.
The Liberal Democratic Party hopes to reach an early agreement with Komeito to allow exports based on this proposal, and Watari, chairman of the Political Affairs Research Institute, said, ``We are making steady progress, and we feel that this government proposal will be fine.'' ” he said.
On the other hand, the New Komeito Party, while appreciating the proposal, said, ``I hope that there will be a thorough discussion on stopping the proposal after seeing whether it can be understood by the people and whether it can overcome the challenges raised by the party.'' "
For this reason, our policy is to carefully gather opinions within the party in order to reach an agreement, taking into account Prime Minister Kishida's explanation during next week's Diet deliberations.