Australia’s Strategic Defence Review Divergence
The military rise of the People's Republic of China has been rapid, even though warning signals have existed for years. Such strategic competition has...
Saab starts construction of new Carl-Gustaf factory in India
On 4th March, 2024, Saab performed the groundbreaking for the manufacturing facility for the shoulder-launched weapon system Carl-Gustaf® in India. The facility, run by...
Japan grows next-generation submarine fleet
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has commissioned its third Taigei-class diesel-electric submarine on 8 March, JS Jingei (SS 515), the service announced on...
Kawasaki Heavy Industries delivers continued sustainment for JGSDF heavy lift helos
The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) has concluded a performance-based logistics (PBL) contract with aerospace prime Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) for the service’s CH-47J/JA...
Embraer partners with ST Engineering for Asia Pacific and South American...
Brazilian prime Embraer Defense & Security announced on 14 March that it is partnering with Singapore’s ST Engineering to jointly investigate future collaboration in...
Qatar Armed Forces: Local modernisation programme for the QAF VAB fleet
In 1982, the Qatar Armed Forces acquired VAB Mk1, which have since been supported by Arquus.
In 2018, the Qatar Armed Forces decided to extend...
Re-Horizon 3 initiative to spur Philippines defense expenditure to $6.2 billion...
The Philippines is embarking on an ambitious “Re-Horizon 3” military modernization initiative amidst the escalating territorial disputes in the South China Sea.
Despite financial...
China Puts Squeeze on Philippine Reefs in South China Sea
Second Thomas Shoal has emerged as a South China Sea flashpoint, as China smothers Philippine aspirations to protect its exclusive economic zone (EEZ). This...
The PRC’s Corruption Conundrum
President Xi made a promise to rid China of corrupt politicians and military leaders. Defence acquisitions have been examined in detail with irregularities found....
Watching the Neighbours
With political tension rising around the world, airborne special mission aircraft have arguably never been more important.
Asia-Pacific states facing Chinese pressure on their South...
