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On March 23, 2026, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force established the Operations Wing.
The use of outer space serves as the center for operational command and control and intelligence gathering in national security, while also underpinning the daily lives of our citizens through communications, observation, and positioning. The video provides a clear and easy-to-understand overview of the Space Operations Wing, whose mission is to ensure the stable and secure use of outer space.

https://youtu.be/ib5lcNfALww?si=HfodE0rkEzTqdMIk

Gen Morita, CoS, , met with Gen Kevin B. Schneider of at .
They confirmed steady progress in training and more.
will continue to strengthen its relationship with PACAF and remain committed to peace and stability in the Indo‑Pacific.

From April 20 to 27, and the US Forces conducted a Japan–U.S. bilateral search and rescue training, Cope Angel at Naha Air Base and　its surrounding areas. We remain committed to strengthening deterrence and response capabilities under . 🇺🇸🤝🇯🇵

At the Aerial Refueling(AR) System Advisory Group meeting held in Florida, US, JASDF received an award in recognition of JPN-US AR missions during visits to North America and Europe. We thank our supporters and will continue to improve interoperability with our allies countries.

Gen Morita, CoS, attended the Space Chiefs Forum and Initiative Principals’ Board in 🇺🇸.
JASDF will continue to promote cooperation with other countries in the space domain and actively engage in the CSpO initiative to ensure the stable use of space 🛰️

Gen Morita, CoS, met with Gen Saltzman, US Space Force in Colorado and signed a Statement of Intent between JASDF and USSF reinforcing the future collaboration in the space domain to ensure safe and stable use of space. 🇯🇵🇺🇸🚀 United States Space Force

On March 28, the activation ceremony marking the establishment of the Space Operations Wing was held at JASDF Fuchu Air Base .
will continue to strengthen its defense capabilities in the space domain and contribute to ensuring the stable use of outer space🛰️

🇳🇱🇯🇵🇺🇸 Gen Morita, CoS, JASDF, Lt Gen Steur, Commander, RNLASF,Lt Gen Caray, Commander 5AF held a joint press conference . They shared the view that security of Euro-Atlantic and of Indo-Pacific are inseparable. Koninklijke Luchtmacht

🇳🇱🇯🇵🇺🇸We have started EX KAZAGURUMA Guardian bringing our F-35s together in Misawa like the blades of the KAZAGURUMA (windmill)! Through APR 3, we will deepen mutual understandings and enhance tactical proficiency.
📹Video filmed by JASDF PA🚁

G’day! Lt Gen Momma, Vice Chief of Staff of , visited Australia🇦🇺 for ASPCon 26 and the Space Chiefs’ Conclave. JASDF will continue to contribute to ensuring the stable use of outer space and peace and stability in the region through cooperation and collaboration. ✈️🚀