JAKARTA - The Japanese government will take steps, including suspending the supply of weapons components, if Japanese weapons exported to other countries are used for aggression against third countries.
"If it is confirmed that the recipient country uses equipment provided by Japan, for example, to commit aggression against another country; then Japan will firmly demand that the country improve the situation, including stopping the use of defense equipment," said Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi, Tuesday, May 11. reported by ANTARA from Sputnik.
The effort could include suspending supplies of spare parts needed for maintenance and repair of weapons, Koizumi said.
Tokyo will also monitor storage conditions, security measures, and procedures in the event of a loss.
"The government will require the recipient country to use defense equipment and technology transferred in accordance with the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, and to obtain Japan's approval in advance for use outside the label or transfer to a third country," he explained.
In April 2026, the Japanese government lifted restrictions on arms exports, effectively opening up the possibility of supplying any weapons, including lethal weapons, to third countries.
However, these weapons can only be supplied to countries that have a defense equipment and technology transfer agreement with Japan.
Supplies to countries in conflict are generally considered impossible, but exceptions can be allowed in special cases.
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