NT chief minister sees benefits for NT as Japan doubles defence spending
JS Yahagi captain Commander Tamura Masayoshi with Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro. Photo: supplied/NT Government Japan’s decision to double its defence spending to US$70 billion by 2027 presents an economic opportunity for Northern Territory industry. Chief Minister and Minister for Defence Lia Finocchiaro made the comment during a visit by the Japanese frigate JS Yahagi to Darwin…