Japan’s defence minister visits Turkey for talks on defence cooperation, drones

Japanese, Turkish defense chiefs pledge industry tie-ups, as Tokyo eyes drones

While drones were not explicitly mentioned by either side in readouts of the meeting, they were believed to have featured prominently in discussions.

Japan’s Defense Minister Discusses Military Cooperation, Drones on Turkey Visit

A Bayraktar Akinci unmanned combat drone is pictured at SAHA EXPO Defense & Aerospace Exhibition in Istanbul, Turkey, Oct. 27, …

Japan's defence minister discusses military cooperation, drones on Turkey visit

ANKARA (Reuters) -Japan's defence minister discussed defence industry cooperation and possible purchases of Turkish-made drones during a visit to Ankara on Tuesday, as Tokyo expands the role of

Turkish, Japanese defense ministers discuss cooperation

Seeking to build on their longstanding relations, Türkiye and Japan eye cooperation on defense. Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani met his Turkish...

Japan's defence minister visits Turkey for talks on defence cooperation, drones

ANKARA (Reuters) -Japan's defence minister will hold talks in Turkey on Tuesday on defence industry cooperation, including the possible supply of Turkish-made drones, as Tokyo expands the role of unmanned systems in its armed forces. Read full story

Drones and Diplomacy: Japan-Turkey Defence Industry Talks

Japan's Defence Minister, Gen Nakatani, visits Turkey to discuss defence industry cooperation, including potential Turkish drone acquisitions. This marks the first official visit of a Japanese defence minister to Turkey. Talks aim to increase defence contacts, tour facilities, and explore technological synergies, although no agreements are expected yet.