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japantimes.co.jpworld3 days ago
Japan Fires Anti-Ship Missile at Target Ship During US-Philippines Drills
South China Morning Post reported that Japanese forces fired a Type 88 surface-to-ship missile system for the first time outside its territory during the 2026 Balikatan exercises. The action occurred as part of joint drills with the US and Philippines.
japantimes.co.jpworld25 days ago
U.S. to Deploy Midrange Missile System to Japan for Joint Drills
The U.S. military will send its Typhon missile system to Kagoshima Prefecture starting Monday for exercises with Japan's Self-Defense Forces. The system can launch Tomahawk missiles up to 1,600 kilometers and will participate in two training periods before moving to a U.S. base.
manilatimes.networld84 days ago
Japan and Philippines Deepen Military Ties with Joint Drills and Export Rule Changes
Japan has joined the Philippines' Balikatan military exercises for the first time this year. Tokyo eased its defense export rules on Tuesday, potentially allowing sales of lethal weapons to the Philippines. Analysts noted this could enhance bilateral cooperation in defense techno…