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Japan mulls next generation stealth fighter program

18 Oct 2021  |  Taiwan News  |  English  |  Technology

Major Hosomi Akinori's fatal crash in an F-35A Joint Strike Fighter in 2019 led to a temporary halt in Japan's F-35 flights and highlighted issues with the aircraft. Despite this, Japan continues to invest in the F-35 program, with a recent US$23 billion deal to acquire more units. Concurrently, Japan is developing its own next-generation stealth fighter, the F-X, led by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. This move aims to address security challenges, particularly from China, and may involve future partnerships with the U.S. or U.K. The development marks a significant shift in Japan's defense strategy, potentially leading to high-end exports.

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DSCC named top installation by Secretary of Defense

01 Jul 2024  |  DVIDS  |  English  |  Energy Conservation

Defense Supply Center Columbus (DSCC) was named one of six installations to receive the 2024 Commander in Chief’s Annual Award for Installation Excellence by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III. The award recognizes DSCC's outstanding support of Department of Defense missions, highlighting achievements in energy conservation, security, and environmental measures. DSCC's initiatives include a solar microgrid project and stormwater management improvements. The installation's leadership and community engagement were also commended, with DSCC playing a significant role in local military observances and cultural programming. The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime, which oversees DSCC, continues to support U.S. military forces globally.

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Japan To Order New Combat Vehicles In 2024

01 Mar 2023  |  zephyrnet.com  |  English  |  Defense

The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) will procure two new vehicles based on the Type 16 8×8 wheeled Mobile Combat Vehicle (MCV) in 2024. The Japan Ministry of Defense (MoD) has allocated JPY24.2 billion to procure 24 infantry combat vehicles (ICVs) and JPY8 billion to procure eight manoeuvre mortar combat vehicles (MMCVs). Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) will be contracted for the procurement, with deliveries starting in 2027 and concluding in 2028.

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