TOKYO -- The next-generation fighter jet planned by Japan, the U.K. and Italy may be developed through a joint venture and built in more than one country, according to officials at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), one of the prime contractors for the program.
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Japan eyes JV and shared assembly for fighter with U.K., Italy
Prime contractor Mitsubishi believes single structure would be more efficient
Japan, the U.K. and Italy have agreed to join forces to develop a new fighter jet. Details of the program are still under discussion. (Illustration courtesy of Japanese Ministry of Defense)
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