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Japan Joins AUKUS for Groundbreaking Underwater Drone Tests

7/30/2025

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Japan made a significant debut in AUKUS Pillar II at Exercise Talisman Sabre, joining forces with Australia, the UK, and the US for groundbreaking underwater drone tests. This collaboration marks a pivotal step in military technology sharing, with Japan's Ministry of Defense highlighting the importance of deepening defense ties, especially with Australia.

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Japan made a significant debut in AUKUS Pillar II at Exercise Talisman Sabre, joining forces with Australia, the UK, and the US for groundbreaking underwater drone tests. This collaboration marks a pivotal step in military technology sharing, with Japan's Ministry of Defense highlighting the importance of deepening defense ties, especially with Australia.