Japan Plans Military Aid for 4 Countries Under New Framework

[ghost250]

Japan Plans Military Aid for 4 Countries Under New Framework

The government plans to announce in the near future operational guidelines for a new framework to provide aid to the militaries of like-minded countries, according to sources in the government and ruling parties.

japannews.yomiuri.co.jp

The government plans to announce in the near future operational guidelines for a new framework to provide aid to the militaries of like-minded countries, according to sources in the government and ruling parties.

Revisions to the National Security Strategy in December last year introduced the new aid framework, which is called official security assistance, or OSA. Under OSA, Japan will help countries improve their deterrence capabilities through the provision of defense equipment and by other means.

The government plans to provide the first round of the new aid to four countries, including the Philippines.

The government’s National Security Council will deliberate on the operational guidelines, which include basic policies for OSA, and the government will then officially decide on the scheme.

The OSA fund will provide assistance related to military affairs, which is not covered by Japan’s official development assistance (ODA) framework.

With OSA, the government plans to help mainly developing countries strengthen their security capabilities in order to help stabilize the Indo-Pacific region.

In the guidelines, the government positions OSA as a pillar for realizing a free and open Indo-Pacific. The guidelines will stipulate that aid be provided to like-minded countries that share similar values such as the rule of law.

More concretely, the government will provide defense equipment within the range of the Three Principles on Transfer of Defense Equipment and Technology.

The government also plans to provide assistance for infrastructure used by military forces, such as ports and airports.

By combining the OSA and ODA schemes, the government aims to expand its network of like-minded countries, so that Japan and the assisted countries will be able to counter China and Russia, which have become increasingly hegemonic in their behavior.

For the first program based on the guidelines, the government is considering providing a radar system for warning and surveillance to the Philippine military.

The Philippines, which borders the South China Sea, has faced direct threats from China’s attempts to unilaterally change the status quo, such as by building islands from rock reefs and constructing military bases in the sea.

By providing the radar system, the government aims to help the Philippine military boost its capabilities so that order will be maintained in and around the sea.

In addition to the Philippines, the government is also considering the provision of military aid to Bangladesh, Fiji and Malaysia.

The government earmarked about ¥2 billion in its fiscal 2023 budget to finance OSA. Once the guidelines have been settled, the government plans to promptly coordinate with the concerned countries and begin on-site surveys.

 

[Homo Sapiens]

In addition to the Philippines, the government is also considering the provision of military aid to Bangladesh, Fiji and Malaysia.

It will be great.

 

[Abdul Rehman Majeed]

Japan Plans Military Aid for 4 Countries Under New Framework

The government plans to announce in the near future operational guidelines for a new framework to provide aid to the militaries of like-minded countries, according to sources in the government and ruling parties.

japannews.yomiuri.co.jp

The government plans to announce in the near future operational guidelines for a new framework to provide aid to the militaries of like-minded countries, according to sources in the government and ruling parties.

Revisions to the National Security Strategy in December last year introduced the new aid framework, which is called official security assistance, or OSA. Under OSA, Japan will help countries improve their deterrence capabilities through the provision of defense equipment and by other means.

The government plans to provide the first round of the new aid to four countries, including the Philippines.

The government’s National Security Council will deliberate on the operational guidelines, which include basic policies for OSA, and the government will then officially decide on the scheme.

The OSA fund will provide assistance related to military affairs, which is not covered by Japan’s official development assistance (ODA) framework.

With OSA, the government plans to help mainly developing countries strengthen their security capabilities in order to help stabilize the Indo-Pacific region.

In the guidelines, the government positions OSA as a pillar for realizing a free and open Indo-Pacific. The guidelines will stipulate that aid be provided to like-minded countries that share similar values such as the rule of law.

More concretely, the government will provide defense equipment within the range of the Three Principles on Transfer of Defense Equipment and Technology.

The government also plans to provide assistance for infrastructure used by military forces, such as ports and airports.

By combining the OSA and ODA schemes, the government aims to expand its network of like-minded countries, so that Japan and the assisted countries will be able to counter China and Russia, which have become increasingly hegemonic in their behavior.

For the first program based on the guidelines, the government is considering providing a radar system for warning and surveillance to the Philippine military.

The Philippines, which borders the South China Sea, has faced direct threats from China’s attempts to unilaterally change the status quo, such as by building islands from rock reefs and constructing military bases in the sea.

By providing the radar system, the government aims to help the Philippine military boost its capabilities so that order will be maintained in and around the sea.

In addition to the Philippines, the government is also considering the provision of military aid to Bangladesh, Fiji and Malaysia.

The government earmarked about ¥2 billion in its fiscal 2023 budget to finance OSA. Once the guidelines have been settled, the government plans to promptly coordinate with the concerned countries and begin on-site surveys.

It will be great.

RAB is declared terror organization and there is no democracry in BD.

I do not think Japan will engage with BD.

US sanctions on Bangladesh’s RAB: What happened? What’s next?

On December 10, the US Treasury Department imposed sanctions on Bangladesh’s elite paramilitary force, the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), as well as seven of its current and former officers due to serious human rights violations. This has created a stir in Bangladesh.

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[R2D2]

Bangladesh should not allow itself to be sucked into the escalation between USA and China or Russia. It should be non-aligned and engage with all sides like India.

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[bdslph]

we should have relation ship with all and not take sides

we can buy selected items from Japan as its also uses a lot of usa tech

permission from usa is also important

 

[Homo Sapiens]

Bangladesh should not allow itself to be sucked into the escalation between USA and China or Russia. It should be non-aligned and engage with all sides like India.

Non Aligned Movement (NAM)

The World has moved from a Uni-Polar to a Multi-Polar system. In this scenario, Pakistan has become a Tug of War match between USA and China. It is reported that PTI govt. stalled the CPEC projects at the behest of America. Saudi Arabia recently made an agreement with Iran under Chinese...

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Thanks but no thanks for your suggestion. Our foreign policy can not be a replica of India. India considers itself as one of the poles of the multipolar world, a major economic and military power. They have formulated their foreign policy according to their need and ambition. Their ambition and our ambition are not the same. Bangladesh has a weak military. Anyone except India is welcome to make it stronger. If China has any problem with this Japanese plan they should counter it by offering more lucrative proposals to Bangladesh.

Plus I can not remember Pakistan ever refusing anyone's military aid. Pakistan even accepted military aid from USSR after the 1965 war! So, preach what you follow.

 

[bluesky]

RAB is declared terror organization and there is no democracry in BD.

I do not think Japan will engage with BD.

US sanctions on Bangladesh’s RAB: What happened? What’s next?

On December 10, the US Treasury Department imposed sanctions on Bangladesh’s elite paramilitary force, the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), as well as seven of its current and former officers due to serious human rights violations. This has created a stir in Bangladesh.

www.atlanticcouncil.org

Japan may play carrot and stick on behalf of the USA to restore democracy. Military aid will work as the carrot.

 

[Abdul Rehman Majeed]

Japan may play carrot and stick on behalf of the USA to restore democracy. Military aid will work as the carrot.

The stick is getting rid of Hasina and RAB. Will that happen? If not then this is dead on arrival.

 

[Sandwalk]

Japan has long been a development partner of Bangladesh. OTOH Bangladesh has a comprehensive strategic partnership with China which is based on Geopolitical realities, and therefore unlikely to go away.
Japan and China have a huge bilateral trade even though they are strategic rivals.

Therefore no reason for Bangladesh to choose sides. Cooperate with both Japan and China. But if Japan insist on bringing India into the picture then sorry friends, the cooperation will be limited to civillian sector.

 

[mb444]

What can Japan offer, i wonder?

 

[leonblack08]

Japan Plans Military Aid for 4 Countries Under New Framework

The government plans to announce in the near future operational guidelines for a new framework to provide aid to the militaries of like-minded countries, according to sources in the government and ruling parties.

japannews.yomiuri.co.jp

The government plans to announce in the near future operational guidelines for a new framework to provide aid to the militaries of like-minded countries, according to sources in the government and ruling parties.

Revisions to the National Security Strategy in December last year introduced the new aid framework, which is called official security assistance, or OSA. Under OSA, Japan will help countries improve their deterrence capabilities through the provision of defense equipment and by other means.

The government plans to provide the first round of the new aid to four countries, including the Philippines.

The government’s National Security Council will deliberate on the operational guidelines, which include basic policies for OSA, and the government will then officially decide on the scheme.

The OSA fund will provide assistance related to military affairs, which is not covered by Japan’s official development assistance (ODA) framework.

With OSA, the government plans to help mainly developing countries strengthen their security capabilities in order to help stabilize the Indo-Pacific region.

In the guidelines, the government positions OSA as a pillar for realizing a free and open Indo-Pacific. The guidelines will stipulate that aid be provided to like-minded countries that share similar values such as the rule of law.

More concretely, the government will provide defense equipment within the range of the Three Principles on Transfer of Defense Equipment and Technology.

The government also plans to provide assistance for infrastructure used by military forces, such as ports and airports.

By combining the OSA and ODA schemes, the government aims to expand its network of like-minded countries, so that Japan and the assisted countries will be able to counter China and Russia, which have become increasingly hegemonic in their behavior.

For the first program based on the guidelines, the government is considering providing a radar system for warning and surveillance to the Philippine military.

The Philippines, which borders the South China Sea, has faced direct threats from China’s attempts to unilaterally change the status quo, such as by building islands from rock reefs and constructing military bases in the sea.

By providing the radar system, the government aims to help the Philippine military boost its capabilities so that order will be maintained in and around the sea.

In addition to the Philippines, the government is also considering the provision of military aid to Bangladesh, Fiji and Malaysia.

The government earmarked about ¥2 billion in its fiscal 2023 budget to finance OSA. Once the guidelines have been settled, the government plans to promptly coordinate with the concerned countries and begin on-site surveys.

So after India, it's another Quad member trying to woo BD. Most likely radar system or something of low value to Bangladesh. 2 billion Yen is equivalent to 15 million USD, if divided to 4 countries, it's almost nothing.

It will be interesting to see how the Chinese react to this move.

 

[mmr]

Bangladesh should not allow itself to be sucked into the escalation between USA and China or Russia. It should be non-aligned and engage with all sides like India.

Non Aligned Movement (NAM)

The World has moved from a Uni-Polar to a Multi-Polar system. In this scenario, Pakistan has become a Tug of War match between USA and China. It is reported that PTI govt. stalled the CPEC projects at the behest of America. Saudi Arabia recently made an agreement with Iran under Chinese...

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