EU and Japan launch defence industry dialogue to strengthen cooperation and supply chain resilience
The European Commission and Japanese officials have held the first EU-Japan Defence Industry Dialogue to advance cooperation between their defence sectors.
Australia signs contract for three Japanese-built upgraded Mogami frigates to expand naval fleet and boost defence capability
The Australian Government has signed contracts for its first three general purpose frigates as part of plans to expand the Royal Australian Navy’s surface combatant fleet.
Terra Drone invests in Ukrainian firm and launches Terra A1 interceptor drone for expanding global defence market
Terra Drone Corporation has announced a strategic investment in Ukraine-based Amazing Drones LLC and the joint launch of a new interceptor drone, Terra A1.
Japan faces Tomahawk missile delivery delays as U.S. prioritizes wartime demand in Iran conflict – Bloomberg
Japan’s order for hundreds of U.S.-made Tomahawk cruise missiles is facing potential delays as American inventories are depleted by ongoing military operations in Iran.
Japanese destroyer JS Chokai completes modifications to operate U.S. Tomahawk cruise missiles, trials planned
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force destroyer JS Chokai (DDG-176) has completed modifications to operate U.S.-made Tomahawk cruise missiles, according to Japanese and U.S. officials.
U.S. Air Force deploys F-35A jets to Misawa, strengthening deterrence and advancing airpower in northern Japan
F-35A Lightning II aircraft assigned to the 13th Fighter Squadron arrived at Misawa Air Base on March 28, 2026.
Dutch F-35 fighters join U.S. and Japan in first joint air exercise at Misawa to strengthen interoperability in Indo-Pacific
The Royal Netherlands Air Force has begun a joint exercise with Japanese and United States forces at Misawa Air Base in Japan.
U.S. and Japan complete first SPY-7 radar tracking test for Aegis System Equipped Vessel programme
The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force have completed a key integration test for Japan’s Aegis System Equipped Vessel programme.
Lockheed Martin delivers second AN/SPY-7 radar shipset for Japan’s Aegis System Equipped Vessels
Lockheed Martin has delivered the second shipset of AN/SPY-7(V)1 radar equipment for Japan’s Aegis System Equipped Vessel (ASEV) program to the Japan Ministry of Defense.
Lockheed Martin to provide anti-jamming payload for Japan’s next-generation defense communications satellite program
Lockheed Martin will provide an advanced anti-jamming payload for Japan’s Next-Generation Defense Satellite Communication System.
Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu formalize first SPY-7 radar component order for Japan’s ASEV program
Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu Limited have finalized the first purchase order for a critical component of Japan’s Aegis System Equipped Vessel (ASEV) SPY-7 radar antenna.
Japan Air Self-Defence Force formally inducts first F-35B fighter aircraft into service
On February 7, at Nyutabaru Air Base in Miyazaki Prefecture, the Japan Air Self-Defence Force officially inducted its first F-35B Lightning II fighters, aircraft designed for short takeoff and vertical landing operations.