TOKYO -- Japan has entered the final stages of talks with the U.K. and Italy to jointly develop and build a next-generation fighter jet, marking a turning point as Japan looks beyond the U.S. for defense cooperation.
International relations
Japan nears deal to develop next-generation fighter with U.K., Italy
Historic collaboration sees Tokyo looking beyond the U.S. for defense needs
A mock-up of the Tempest jet fighter is seen during a visit to BAE Systems by Britain's then-Prime Minister Boris Johnson in 2021. © Reuters
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