Entry into Force 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 January 22, the Government of Japan and the Government of Mongolia exchanged diplomatic notes informing each other that their respective internal procedures for the entry into force of the “Agreement between the Government of Japan and the Government of Mongolia concerning the Transfer of Defense Equipment and Technology,” which was signed in Ulaanbaatar on December 11th, 2024, was completed. Hence, this Agreement entered into force on the same day.
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:2025-01-22