What Happened
Tokyo Seeks to Revitalize Defense Industry with High-Tech Sales
Japan is looking to export its advanced Mogami-class frigate, a stealthy warship capable of hunting submarines and deploying underwater drones. The move is part of Tokyo’s efforts to revitalize its defense industry and strengthen regional deterrence against China. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, Japan has been sailing the Mogami-class frigate since 2022 and is now seeking to sell it overseas, marking a significant shift in its defense export policy.