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U.S., U.K. and Australia discuss AUKUS tech cooperation with Japan

Japan seen as potential contributor to 'advanced capability projects'

SHAUN TURTON, Nikkei staff writer
April 9, 2024 00:24 JST
Updated on April 9, 2024 01:40 JST

SYDNEY -- The defense chiefs of Australia, the U.S. and the U.K. are considering cooperation with Japan on Pillar II of the AUKUS security framework designed to counter China's rise, according to a new statement.

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