Tokyo, Oct 12, 2026 (AFP) - French defense firm Thales to build Japan base: Nikkei

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2026-10-12

French defence contractor Thales will establish a maintenance and operational support base in Japan in what is seen as the first such move by a foreign firm in the country, a report said Monday. Chairman and CEO Patrice Caine told the Nikkei business daily that the base "will mark a milestone toward Thales's long-term engagement in Japan". It is believed to be the first time a foreign defence company has established a dedicated base in Japan for......

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