Signing of the Agreement between the Government of Japan and the Government of Mongolia concerning the Transfer of Defense Equipment and Technology www.mofa.go.jp
On December 11 in Mongolia, H.E. Mr. IGAWAHARA Masaru, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Mongolia, and H.E. Mr. Sandag BYAMBATSOGT, Minister of Defence of Mongolia, signed the Agreement between the Government of Japan and the Government of Mongolia concerning the Transfer of Defense Equipment and Technology (PDF)Open a New Window. The Agreement will enter into force after the completion of the necessary procedures between the governments of the two countries.
The Agreement establishes a legal framework for the Governments of Japan and Mongolia regarding the handling of defense equipment and technology to be transferred between the two governments in order to implement projects to be jointly determined including those contributing to international peace and stability. Specifically, it stipulates procedures to determine and confirm each specific transfer as well as basic rules on the proper use of the transferred defense equipment and technology.
The conclusion of this Agreement will ensure appropriate control over the defense equipment and technology transferred between Japan and Mongolia, especially regarding any subsequent transfer to a third party or any extra-purpose use. It is expected that this Agreement will contribute to closer cooperation between Japan and Mongolia for defense equipment and technology, and maintaining and improving the production and technological bases for Japan’s defense industry, thereby contributing to the security of Japan.
Published Date:2024-12-11