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Rear Admiral Ryo Sakai from the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (L) and Captain Brian Schlegel from the Royal Australian Navy (R) AAP

Rear Admiral Ryo Sakai from the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (L) and Captain Brian Schlegel from the Royal Australian Navy (R) AAP Source: AAP

Japan's most advanced navy fleet - including a submarine - have been showcased in Australia, taking part in a joint military exercises with the Australian Navy. It coincides with speculation about whether Japan will win the contract to build Australia's future subs.

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By Omar Dabbagh, Greg Dyett, Marijana Buljan

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Japan's most advanced navy fleet - including a submarine - have been showcased in Australia, taking part in a joint military exercises with the Australian Navy. It coincides with speculation about whether Japan will win the contract to build Australia's future subs.

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