U.S. Eyes Economic Boost in Military Arrangement with Japan

Japan eyes Pentagon assistance with developing advanced long-range strike capability

The State Department has approved a potential $200 million foreign military sale to Japan for support services related to the country's Hyper Velocity Gliding Projectile (HVGP) program, a move that strengthens U.S.-Japan defense ties as Tokyo pushes forward with its next-generation, precision-strike capability. The Pentagon’s Defense Security Cooperation Agency announced today it had notified Congress of the potential sale, which includes test p…

U.S. Eyes Economic Boost in Military Arrangement with Japan

U.S. Eyes Economic Boost in Military Arrangement with Japan The United States may soon seek a significant hike in Japan's financial contributions to support the maintenance of U.S. military forces stationed there, revealing potential shifts in international military funding dynamics.George Glass, nominated for the U.S. ambassadorial post to Japan, conveyed this perspective during his Senate confirmation hearing on Thursday.His statement undersco…

In the United States, the State Department has approved a possible foreign military sale (FMS) to the Government of Japan of Hyper Velocity Gliding Projectiles Capability Support and related equipment for an estimated cost of 200 million dollars. The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) has issued the required certification notifying Congress of this possible sale. The Japanese Government has requested the purchase of equipment and service…

What sensors are needed to counter the hypersonic threat?

The old analogy of missile defense as “hitting a bullet with a bullet” no longer applies. The muzzle velocity of bullets is “only” 1,800 mph. A hypersonic missile travels at about 3,900 mph, twice as fast. A bullet can’t catch a hypersonic missile! To implement a hypersonic missile defense, it takes a comprehensive suite of high-performance sensors in orbit, including optical sensors, radar, and infrared, supported by sensor fusion, ground track…

The U.S. government has authorized the potential sale of equipment for the hypersonic missile development program of the Japan Self-Defense Forces. Accorde has reported the State Department in the corresponding notification to the U.S. Congress, issued yesterday, this is a business for more than $200 million.

U.S. approves potential USD 200 million sale to Japan for Hyper Velocity Gliding Projectile support

The proposed sale includes test preparation, testing, transportation support, and coordination meetings in both the United States and Japan. These services aim to assist Japan in advancing its HVGP capability, which is part of the country’s broader efforts to enhance its defence posture. According to the DSCA, the sale aligns with US foreign policy and national security objectives by strengthening the defence capabilities of a key ally in the In…