Japan-Vietnam Joint Development of Fast Landing Craft

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Japan and Vietnam have agreed to begin discussions on the joint development and production of new fast landing craft. The project aims to enhance defense-industrial cooperation and improve amphibious operation capabilities. The craft are intended to transport personnel and supplies rapidly from offshore transport ships to beaches, providing greater mobility than conventional landing craft during amphibious operations and disaster-relief missions. The project is part of Japan's evolving defense equipment transfer policy and reflects a shift towards collaborative development with trusted regional partners.