Why Japan’s Fighter Jet Future Looks More Optimistic with Canada’s Entry The recent entry of Canada into the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) has sent shockwaves through the defense community.
Analysts are hailing this development as a major turning point in the program, which aims to develop a next generation fighter jet to replace Japan's aging F 2 fleet.
One reason for Japan's participation in GCAP is its desire to avoid a gap in air defenses.