Daily brief
Japanese Prime Minister praised the US-Iran deal as a major step forward, suggesting it could accelerate Japan's defense policy debate. China's state media raised concerns about Japan's space defense ambitions, warning of militarization risks. A report found that Chinese bomber flights are putting Japan's defense strategy in jeopardy.
Japan is considering minesweeping and escort operations in the Strait of Hormuz.
Reports discuss how Japan could co-produce the US Navy's future fleet.