Japan offers noncombat drones to developing countries as China alternative
Initiative aims to attract new buyers and help expand domestic production
In May, the Japanese government trained Malaysian military personnel in drone operation. (Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
KANA BABA
August 13, 2025 05:01 JST
TOKYO -- The Japanese government is gearing up to provide noncombat drones to the militaries of friendly developing and emerging countries in hopes of cultivating future customers among nations reluctant to rely on China.
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