UK, Japan and Italy Buy GCAP Time for £4.6 Billion
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The UK, Japan, and Italy signed a £4.6 billion contract to fund the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) for the next 18 months. This contract aims to advance the design and testing of a sixth-generation fighter, addressing future air combat needs amid rising threats from Russia and China. The agreement is politically significant, demonstrating commitment to defense collaboration and job support across the three nations.
Alexandra ReevesSat Jul 04 2026Loading...
