In spite of a common threat, South Korea and Japan have struggled to present a united front against that threat.
The U.S. and its allies need to shape a new attack and defense enterprise in the Pacific.
The Osprey together with the F-35s and F-22s will provide a significant capability to ensure for the dynamic defense of Japan.
How will Japanese defense exports and industrial cooperation be re-set in the years ahead?
Japanese officials want the United States to more readily share military technology, especially in the area of licensing.
Richard Weitz continues his analysis of the evolution of Japanese procurement policy.
Richard Weitz looks at the evolution of Japanese defense procurement strategy.
Japan is investing in hard power assets as the situation changes in the Pacific.