The Japan Times6d ago
Japan's Mogami warship is set for a showdown with the simpler and less expensive Type 31 frigate from the U.K. as the two nations compete to supply vessels to the Royal New Zealand Navy. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/05/12/japan/politics/japan-mogami-new-zealand/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #newzealandjapanrelations #defense #msdf #mogami
Japan faces U.K. rival in race to build warships for New Zealand

A deal with New Zealand would build on an agreement Tokyo recently signed with Canberra to build the first three of 11 Mogami-class ships planned for Australia.

The Japan Times
RaymondPierreL3Apr 28

From ABC News Live:
“Japan's PM to visit Australia next week

By Stephen Dziedzic

Anthony Albanese has confirmed that Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will visit Australia next week.

The visit — which has long been rumoured in both Canberra and Tokyo — will see both leaders mark 50 years since Australia and Japan signed the landmark basic treaty of friendship and cooperation.

The two prime ministers will meet in Canberra on Monday.

Albanese says the basic treaty "laid the foundation for a partnership based on trust, shared values and mutual respect" and that he looks forward to welcoming Sanae Takaichi to Australia.

"Australia and Japan share strong strategic alignment. Our cooperation is essential to maintaining a peaceful, stable and prosperous region," he said

"Our enduring trade and investment ties underpin our relationship, creating jobs, providing opportunity and delivering economic growth to both our nations."

Given the #Mogami frigate deal, this is not unexpected and will probably mean more bilateral agreements are on the table, in particular #Defence and #Procurement.

I wonder if PM #Takaichi will get to address Parliament.

#Japan #AusPol #ForeignAffairs

Italian News by RSSMar 20

Agenzia Nova: Nuova Zelanda: Wellington potrebbe dotarsi di fregate di fabbricazione giapponese come l'Australia (2)

20 mar 11:15 - (Agenzia Nova) - Secondo analisti, una scelta in favore delle Mogami faciliterebbe addestramento, manutenzione e operazioni... (Res)

New Zealand: Wellington could acquire Japanese-built frigates like Australia (2)

Mar 20 11:15 - (Agenzia Nova) - According to analysts, a choice in favor of the Mogami would facilitate training, maintenance and operations...

#NewZealand #Wellington #Japanese #Australia #AgenziaNova #Mogami

https://www.agenzianova.com/a/69bd1ef201cfb2.01963105/7172925/2026-03-20/nuova-zelanda-wellington-potrebbe-dotarsi-di-fregate-di-fabbricazione-giapponese-come-l-australia-2

The Japan TimesSep 5, 2025
Days after China paraded advanced new weapons, Japan and Australia agreed to take defense and security ties to new heights and cooperate on evacuating each other's nationals from third countries in the event of a crisis. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/09/05/japan/politics/japan-australia-defense/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #politics #australiajapanrelations #defense #gennakatani #takeshiiwaya #mogami #china
After China’s military parade, Japan and Australia agree to elevate defense ties

The countries’ top diplomats and defense chiefs committed to deepening collective deterrence amid shared concerns over the security environment in the Indo-Pacific region.

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The Japan TimesAug 8, 2025
Australia’s purchase of Japanese frigates marks a historic deal that boosts Japan’s defense industry and deepens shared strategic ties. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/editorials/2025/08/08/the-japan-and-australia-defense-deal/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #editorials #australia #australiajapanrelations #defense #mogami #sdf #msdf #defenseministry
The Japan-Australia frigate deal is more than a weapons pact

The scale of the agreement is sweeping. Japan has never before won a bid this size.

The Japan Times
The Japan TimesAug 6, 2025
Australia’s purchase of up to 11 Japanese-built Mogami-class frigates marks a milestone in Japan’s defense exports and deepens strategic ties. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2025/08/06/japan/japans-frigate-sale-to-australia/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #commentary #japan #australia #australiajapanrelations #defense #mogami #sdf #msdf #defenseministry
The Japan-Australia frigate sale is a big deal. Here’s why.

For the Japanese government, this will make for the largest defense export to date.

The Japan Times
The Japan TimesAug 6, 2025
Australia selecting a Japanese warship for its next frigate class could be a watershed moment for Japan’s defense industry as Tokyo aims for greater military cooperation and industrial tie-ups with allies and partners. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/08/06/japan/australia-japan-ship-deal-defense-industry/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #defense #australiajapanrelations #australia #sdf #defenseministry #mogami #mitsubishiheavyindustries
Australia's warship selection signals Japanese defense industry's arrival

Japan's successful bid will serve as a confidence booster and could set a precedent for other countries to consider Japanese capabilities for their own militaries.

The Japan Times
OpexNewsAug 5, 2025

🇦🇺🇯🇵 L’Australie renforce sa flotte navale !

Canberra a choisi @MHI_Group pour acquérir 11 frégates de classe #Mogami.

Montant du contrat : 6,5 milliards de dollars US.

En savoir plus ⤵️ https://opexnews.fr/mogami-australie-11-fregates-japon/

L'Australie achète 11 frégates au Japon pour 6,5 milliards de dollars

L’Australie a choisi Mitsubishi Heavy Industries pour acquérir 11 frégates de classe Mogami. Montant du contrat : 6,5 milliards de dollars

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Zougla.grAug 5, 2025
#Mogami #Ιαπωνία Η Αυστραλία αγοράζει 11 φρεγάτες από την Ιαπωνία https://www.zougla.gr/kosmos/i-afstralia-agorazei-11-fregates-apo-tin-iaponia/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon
The Japan TimesAug 4, 2025
Australia will purchase 11 Japanese-made frigates in what will be Tokyo’s biggest-ever postwar defense contract, Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles announced Tuesday, in a major win for Japan’s defense industry. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/08/05/japan/japan-australia-mogami-contract/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #japan #australia #australiajapanrelations #defense #mogami #sdf #msdf #defenseministry
Australia to buy 11 advanced Japanese frigates in breakthrough for Tokyo

Canberra will purchase the Mogami-class frigates in what will be Tokyo’s biggest-ever postwar defense contract, Australian Defense Minister Richard Marles said.

The Japan Times