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Thales to build Japan defense base
French defense firm Thales will establish first foreign maintenance base in Japan for military equipment.
In brief
French defense firm Thales will establish first foreign maintenance base in Japan for military equipment. Thales Group will build Japan's first foreign defense base for military equipment maintenance. Originally reported by The Japan Times.
Thales to build Japan base
French defense contractor Thales will establish first foreign maintenance base in Japan for military equipment.
First foreign base in Japan
Reportedly the first time a foreign defense company has established dedicated base for Japanese defense equipment maintenance.
Thales CEO comments
Thales Chairman and CEO Patrice Caine said the base will mark milestone toward Thales's long-term engagement in Japan.
Future civilian use
Thales may expand Japan-based business to civilian use in future.
Defense spending boost
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi boosts defense spending amid China's military expansion and North Korea's unpredictability.
Technology transfer
Thales will transfer radar and sonar technology to Japan Steel Works for 2R2M heavy mortar system production starting next year.
What to remember
Thales Group will build Japan's first foreign defense base for military equipment maintenance.
