Japan Explores Indian Missile Ranges for Testing Long-Range Weapons
Japanese officials traveled to India to investigate the potential use of Indian testing facilities for long-range weaponry and small attack drones. Ground Self-Defense Force Chief of Staff Gen. Masayoshi Arai stated that securing domestic training environments for the Type 25 anti-ship missile, which has a range of approximately 1,000 kilometers, presents a significant challenge. Consequently, the military is evaluating both domestic solutions and the possibility of utilizing overseas training locations to accommodate the new defense capabilities.
Originally published by The Japan Times | By Jesse Johnson | 27 October 2026 | Read original: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/10/27/japan/japan-india-missile-test-sites/
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