Japan shrugs off GCAP delays, fast-tracks export rules for future warplane

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Japan is fast-tracking export rules for its future GCAP warplane program despite reports of tripled costs and delays, signaling strong commitment to the next-generation fighter jet project. It remains unclear whether the government under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will supplement the current budget.

Reports indicate that costs have tripled, but it’s unclear if the Japanese government under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi would augment this year’s budget.