Japan Maritime Self‑Defense Force has launched the twelfth and final Mogami-class stealth frigate, marking the culmination of one of its most advanced surface combatant programs. This new class of frigates blends stealth design, modular mission capability, and cutting-edge sensors, significantly enhancing Japan’s maritime defense posture in the Indo-Pacific. The completion of the Mogami fleet underscores Tokyo’s commitment to securing sea lines of communication and deterring regional threats wit