US and Japan agree to establish a Japanese facility for joint missile production

The US and Japan have reached a groundbreaking agreement to establish a Japanese facility for joint missile production. This initiative includes the assembly of AMRAAM and a production boost for SM-3 missiles. Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi stated that this move ensures necessary equipment acquisition for both nations while strengthening Japan's defense industry base. The collaboration follows repeated alarms expressed by both allies regarding China's growing assertiveness within Asia, aiming to enhance regional security and defense capabilities.