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USS Gerald R. Ford Accepts Second Advanced Weapons Elevator
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Weapons elevators are an important component in guaranteeing faster aircraft sortie rates from the new supercarrier.
Japan to Commission 10th Soryu-Class Attack Sub This Month
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's latest diesel-electric attack submarine will be commissioned on March 18.
Taiwan Mulls F-16 Viper Fighter Purchase From the US
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Taiwan is considering procuring up to 66 F-16 Viper fighter jets from the United States.
Russia: Project 09852 Nuclear Torpedo-Carrying Sub to Enter Service in 2020
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Russia’s first submarine capable of launching the Poseidon nuclear-tipped torpedo will reportedly be operational next year.
What’s in the New Brunei-New Zealand Defense Dialogue?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the significance of a recent development in the bilateral defense relationship.
US Navy’s New Stealth Destroyer Embarks on ‘First Operational Period at Sea’
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The USS Zumwalt left San Diego on March 8 for its “first operational period at sea.”
Report: India, Russia Sign $3 Billion Nuclear Attack Submarine Deal
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India and Russia have reportedly signed a $3 billion lease agreement for a nuclear-powered attack sub today.
China to Send 100 PLA Personnel to Russia for S-400 Air Defense System Training
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Russia is set to train another 100 Chinese servicemen for the PLA’s second S-400 air defense system regiment.
Japan Commissions New Anti-Submarine Warfare Destroyer
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The second Asahi-class guided missile destroyer was commissioned in late February.
US Navy Commissions New Independence-Class Littoral Combat Ship
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The USS Charleston was commissioned on March 2 in South Carolina.
The US Navy’s Carrier-Capable F-35C Stealth Fighter Is Ready for Combat
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The F-35C Lightning II has achieved initial operational capability, the U.S. Navy announced last month.
India, Russia To Sign $3 Billion Nuclear Sub Deal This Week
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India and Russia are set to sign a $3 billion lease agreement for a nuclear-powered attack sub on March 7, according to local media reports.