TOKYO -- Large U.S. warships will be able to undergo repairs at private shipyards in Japan under an agreement expected to be struck by the leaders of both countries during next week's summit, Nikkei has learned.
Move seeks to improve readiness to counter threats posed by China, North Korea

American warships dock at the U.S. naval base at Yokosuka, Japan. (Photo by Konosuke Urata)
TOKYO -- Large U.S. warships will be able to undergo repairs at private shipyards in Japan under an agreement expected to be struck by the leaders of both countries during next week's summit, Nikkei has learned.