New T-90s for Vietnam’s Army
Vietnam’s modernisation of its ground forces finally appears to be underway, following the announcement to this effect by Colonel General Vo Van Tuan, Vietnam’s...
Philippines acquires howitzers from Israel to battle ISIS
The Philippines Department of National Defence has acquired nine Elbit Systems M-71 155mm towed howitzers to support counter-insurgency efforts in the southern Philippines.
The howitzers...
Enhancing the Mission
As nations continue to wage Counter-Insurgency (COIN) operations across the Asia-Pacific, requirements are emerging for Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) capable of providing...
Australia shortlists CRV Competitors
The Australian Department of Defence (DoD) announced on 28 July that it had narrowed down to two the list of contenders considered to supply...
Indian Army Unhappy with New Rifle
The Indian Army has rejected the indigenously-built 7.62mm assault rifle on grounds that it had failed basic ground tests. The gun is being developed...
China provides 3,000 rifles to Philippines
The People’s Republic of China (PRC) has provided the Philippines Army with 3000 assault rifles as the force continues its efforts against the ISIS...
Choose Your Weapons
As nations continue to avoid conflict with the deterrent effect of their armed services, it is their Special Operations Forces (SOF) which remain at...
Instructing The Infantry
Infantry training is a core skill for any army and how it approaches this element often says much about the competency and capabilities of...
Intelligent Intelligence
For a soldier, being able to rapidly deploy, or indeed have access to an already deployed surveillance asset is of paramount importance, and the...
China Unveils High Speed Amphibious Capability
Being able to rapidly move from a ship to the beach and then inland has significant benefits. It reduces exposure while moving to the...
