Regarding the next generation fighter jet, which is being jointly developed with the United Kingdom and Italy, Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi said that if Japan exports it to a third country and it is used in an act of aggression against another country, it would be necessary to maintain the equipment. They indicated that they would consider taking strict measures, such as banning the export of such parts.
Last week, the Liberal Democratic Party and New Komeito agreed to allow exports of next-generation fighter jets to third countries, subject to restrictions such as not targeting countries where fighting is taking place.
At a press conference in the morning, Chief Cabinet Secretary Hayashi was asked about the possibility that the next generation of fighter jets would be used in a battle that would occur after they are exported, and answered, ``For transfers to a third country, we will require the government of the recipient country to obtain Japan's prior consent.'' Therefore, we do not envisage a situation where the information is used for other purposes without prior consent.''
``In the unlikely event that the transferred defense equipment is used in a manner that does not comply with the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter, such as for the purpose of invading another country, we will demand self-restraint from the other country and remove the equipment.'' "Strict measures may be taken, including prohibiting the transfer of parts for maintenance and maintenance."