The commissioning of the JS Natori brings the JMSDF’s strength up to nine of the frigates—with at least three more planned, and foreign customers lining up as well. Japan continues to invest in its ...

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MELBOURNE, Australia(AP) — Australia and Japan signed contracts on Saturday to deliver the first three of a 10 billion Australian dollar ($6.5 billion) fleet of Japanese-designed warships, with the ...