Of Tanks and Toyotas: An Assessment of Japan's Defense Industry
Abstract
Japan's technological capabilities are at or above world levels in many areas that are critical for military systems. Moreover, its spending on military hardware and R&D has grown at double-digit rates since the mid-1970s, placing it now at a level near those of the European NATO countries. This Note examines whether the Japanese defense industry could supplant U.S. systems and technology in Japan's force structure, and whether the efforts of the two countries are complementary.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1993
- Accession Number
- ADA282389
Entities
People
- Arthur Alexander
Organizations
- RAND Corporation