Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi and Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro reached a wide-ranging deal to promote defense equipment and technology cooperation. Japan is eyeing an early transfer of used warships and aircraft to the Philippines.
Japan's Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi and Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro reached a wide-ranging deal to further promote defense equipment and technology cooperation, as reported on May 5, 2026.
Under the agreement, Japan is considering an early transfer of used warships and aircraft to the Philippines. This move aims to support Manila's defense capabilities while updating equipment for Japan's Self-Defense Forces (SDF).
The deal comes amid heightened regional security concerns, particularly involving China. Both nations' defense ministries plan to expand their cooperation framework.