Japan to buy Ukrainian interceptor drones from SkyFall
Japan's Ministry of Defense has signed a contract to purchase interceptor drones manufactured by Ukrainian company SkyFall.
Japan has entered into a contract to acquire interceptor drones from Ukrainian company SkyFall, according to Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi. The Ministry of Defense is actively working to ensure the timely delivery of these advanced defense technologies. Koizumi praised Ukraine's proficiency in developing and swiftly enhancing defense capabilities, citing their ability to create drones with new features every two to three weeks.
The Japanese government recognizes the potential benefits of learning from Ukraine's industrial base and defense sector development. Koizumi emphasized the importance of Japan cultivating deterrence and response capabilities, stating that ongoing efforts would continue to explore solutions to bolster these areas. SkyFall has created a medium-range strike drone with a 3.5-meter wingspan and an estimated strike range of around 600 kilometers.
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