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Australia Bets on Japan’s Mogami Frigates to Rebuild a Shrinking Surface Fleet
Key Takeaways
- Australia and Japan signed a deal for three upgraded Mogami-class frigates, with eight more planned in Western Australia.
- The first Japanese-built ship is due by December 2029.
- Officials are emphasizing speed, automation and capability gains over extensive local customization.
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