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Japan's Defense Ministry to develop AI-equipped transport ships

Original: The Defense Ministry plans to enhance research and development for the introduction of Self-Defense Forces transport shi

Japan's Defense Ministry plans to step up research and development toward introducing transport ships for the Self-Defense Forces equipped with artificial intelligence and automatic navigation technology, according to sources cited by The Japan Times. The move would add autonomous capabilities to maritime logistics and troop transport as Japan continues to expand its defense capabilities.

Why now: Japan's growing defense investment and the use of AI in military systems are drawing attention.

Japan Defense MinistrySelf-Defense ForcesThe Japan Times

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• The Defense Ministry plans to enhance research and development for the introduction of Self-Defense Forces transport ships equipped with artificial intelligence and automatic navigation technology, sources have said. https://www. japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/10/… · thejapantimes · 2

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