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NATO and Japan hold first dialogue on Defence Industrial Cooperation

Summit Conference | Dated: 31 Oct 2025

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and Japan held their first dedicated staff-to-staff dialogue on defence industrial cooperation and capabilities on October 31, 2025. The meeting took place at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, focusing on strengthening practical coordination and defence industrial ties amid a challenging security environment.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The dialogue focused on priorities like Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), counter-UAS, and supply chain security.
  • This move follows a statement by NATO and its four Indo-Pacific partners (Australia, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand) at The Hague summit.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • The dialogue was opened by NATO Assistant Secretary General for Defence Industry, Tarja Jaakkola.
  • Discussions also supported Japan's potential future engagement in NATO's multinational projects.
  • NATO is increasing cooperation with its Indo-Pacific partners to address shared security challenges.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

With which Indo-Pacific partner did NATO hold its first dedicated dialogue on defence industrial cooperation on Oct 31, 2025?

Correct Answer: Japan

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About NATO

  • (i) Full Form: North Atlantic Treaty Organization (ii) Established: 4 April 1949 (Washington Treaty) (iii) Headquarters: Brussels, Belgium (iv) Members: 32 (as of Oct 2025).