Regarding New Zealand's consideration of the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force's "Mogami"-class escort ships as potential candidates for a new frigate, Defense Minister Koizumi expressed optimism that this could lead to a deepening of defense cooperation. He also stated that the ministry intends to actively respond by providing necessary information and other support in the future.
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