Japan and France signed a pact on defense equipment transfers Friday at a meeting of their foreign and defense chiefs in Tokyo to strengthen bilateral ties in security.
The four ministers also agreed to begin talks on an acquisition and cross-servicing agreement that stipulates mutual provision of supplies, including food, water and fuel, as well as transportation and repair services between their militaries.
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