Chinese armour boosts Royal Thai Army firepower
The Royal Thai Army has received the first batch of 28 Chinese-made VT4 main battle tanks (MBT), 18 months after awarding a $147 million...
Russian Stand Packs a Punch
Rosoboronexport are presenting more than 220 examples of Russia’s production of all types of armed forces equipment at Defence & Security 2017. These include...
EMTAN Three Assault Rifles debut at D&S 2017
Emtan Karmiel is launching three new assault rifles based on the MZ-4 at Defense & Security Thailand 2017. The MZ-47, MZ-4P (Piston), and MZ-300...
UAE’s NIMR Automotive announces new partnerships
NIMR Automotive has expanded its business into the Southeast Asian region following agreements with industry partners in Thailand and Malaysia.
NIMR has been working closely...
Saab’s Airborne Trio Top-Bill in Thailand
Thai defense has long been one of Saab’s most significant global customers, and at Defense & Security 2017 it will display a range of...
From OPVS to M777 Howitzers
Can you brief us on BAE Systems presence in Thailand and the Southeast Asia region? How long has BAE Systems been in Asia?
BAE Systems...
Spectacular Grand opening of Defense & Security 2017
DEFENSE & SECURITY 2017 was officially opened yesterday morning in Bangkok, Thailand.
The opening ceremony was presided over by General Prawit Wongsuwon, Deputy Prime...
Chaiseri looks to build on first win 4×4 success
Thai military vehicle manufacturer Chaiseri looks to capitalise on its recent success with its First Win 4x4 multipurpose vehicle, having secured an order from...
Thailand’s expanding Military capability advances Modernisation Programme
Thailand has one of Southeast Asia’s highest levels of defence spending, and earlier this year the country’s ‘Modernisation Plan: Vision 2026’ was announced by...
Thai Armed Forces Budget for FICSAL 2017
The Thai government has proposed a 2017 defence budget of THB 214 billion (USD 6 billion) – an increase of 3.8% over spending in...
