Two Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2 fighter aircraft and two Republic of Korea Air Force KF-16 Fighting Falcons escorted two U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers in a joint trilateral flight.
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The SPY-7 radar provides advanced detection and tracking capabilities, enabling the simultaneous engagement of multiple threats.
U.S. President Donald Trump has spoken with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba about working together on his proposed Golden Dome missile defence system.
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US President Donald Trump has reportedly offered Japan the F-47, a sixth-generation stealth fighter jet currently being developed by Boeing.
Finnish defence company Patria Oy announced that its Japanese partner, Japan Steel Works (JSW), is preparing to launch licensed production of Patria AMV XP 8×8 armoured vehicles in Japan.
Roke, a UK defence and security company, has announced an expansion of its strategic partnership with Kaigai Corporation to enhance access to its advanced technologies in Japan.
Roke targets Japanese market with EW solutions through partnership with Kaigai Read More »
ICEYE, a global leader in Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite operations, and Japan’s IHI Corporation have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a SAR satellite constellation of up to 24 satellites.
ICEYE and IHI sign agreement to develop SAR satellite constellation in Japan Read More »
Lockheed Martin and Fujitsu have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that establishes Fujitsu as a supplier for a key component of the SPY-7 radar system.
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Honeywell has announced an expansion of its support for Japan’s defence modernisation efforts through the delivery of advanced aerospace systems for two major helicopter programmes.
Honeywell expands support for Japan’s defence helicopter programmes Read More »
The F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) has announced that Graham Rowell, its Japan programme manager, has received the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Rays, from the government of Japan.
F-35 JPO Japan program manager Graham Rowell receives order of the Rising Sun Read More »
The AIM-174B long-range air-to-air missile (AAM) made what could be its first public appearance since being fielded, during the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force-Marine Corps Air Station (JMSDF-MCAS) Iwakuni Friendship Day on 4 May 2025.
U.S. Marine Corps showcases AIM-174B long-range missile, possibly for the first time Read More »
The U.S. Marine Corps has deployed Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 211, an F-35B squadron, to Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Iwakuni, Japan.
U.S. Marine Corps deploys F-35B squadron to Japan under Unit Deployment Program Read More »
