TOKYO -- Building two Aegis-equipped warships as an alternative to the American-made, land-based Aegis Ashore missile shield would cost Japan 20% to 25% more, according to Defense Ministry estimates compiled Tuesday.
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Japan's plan for 2 superdestroyers to cost more than Aegis Ashore
Defense Ministry's estimate is up to 25% higher than US-made missile shield
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Japan plans to order two more warships based on a Maya-class destroyer equipped with SPY-7 radars. (Photo by Masamichi Hoshi)
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