Japan to iron out deal on arms exports to Indonesia

Inking pact at 'two plus two' meeting with regional power will symbolize a united front against China

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Indonesian Defense Minister Prabowo Subianto, left, and Japanese counterpart Nobuo Kishi meet at the Defense Ministry building in Tokyo on March 28. © Kyodo

JUNNOSUKE KOBARA, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Japan hopes to sign an agreement with Indonesia on Tuesday to clear the way for exports of defense equipment amid stepped-up Chinese activities at sea.

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