Talk of Germany joining GCAP fighter program grows, but Japanese concerns persist
Officials in Tokyo are worried that adding a new partner at this stage could further delay the aircraft's planned 2035 introduction date.
Officials in Tokyo are worried that adding a new partner at this stage could further delay the aircraft's planned 2035 introduction date.
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