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USS Gerald R. Ford Accepts Second Advanced Weapons Elevator

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

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

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

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?

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’

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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