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Japan's military procurement agency has awarded a contract to German drone company Quantum Systems to develop a drone-killer program. The program aims to shoot down enemy drones before they hit targets. Quantum Systems will work with Japan's Acquisition, Technology and Logistics Agency to develop this capability.
The development of a drone-killer program is crucial for Japan's defense in the Indo-Pacific region, where drone threats are increasingly urgent. This program will help Japan protect its assets and territory from enemy drones.
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