US approves $3.6 billion missile sale to Japan

The United States approved a $3.6 billion sale of up to 1,200 advanced air-to-air missiles to Japan, a key ally in Asia, to enhance their defense capabilities and security. The sale aims to support Japan’s ability to counter current and future threats and strengthen their partnership with the US in the Indo-Pacific region. The State Department has granted approval, with Congress still needing to finalize the transaction.

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