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Japan's Board of Audit revealed that approximately $6.9 billion worth of U.S. military equipment remains undelivered, impacting the readiness of Japan's Self-Defense Forces. The audit identified 118 unfulfilled contracts, some over five years old, primarily due to production backlogs and supply chain issues within the U.S. defense sector. This situation raises concerns about the reliability of supply chains and the modernization of Japan's defense capabilities.