Thales sees opportunities to work with Japanese defense partners

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  Thales CEO Patrice Caine said the company sees potential to work with Japanese partners in defense.

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  He said Japan’s decision to increase defense investment is expanding the market.

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  Caine cited detection technologies such as radar and sonar as areas where Thales could cooperate with Japan.

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  He said Thales intends to remain involved in Japan’s defense sector over the long term.

Who

Thales and potential Japanese defense partners.

What

Thales sees opportunities to cooperate with Japanese partners, including on detection technologies such as radar and sonar.

When

Caine spoke in an interview published on October 11, 2026.

Where

Thales’ headquarters outside Paris.

Why

Japan has decided to increase defense investment, and its defense market is expanding.

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