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Malaysia defense modernization

The Challenge of Modernizing a Navy: Malaysia’s Boustead Heavy Industries

The Challenge of Modernizing a Navy: Malaysia’s Boustead Heavy Industries

By James Guild
A decade ago, the Malaysian shipbuilder was in fine health. Now it finds itself in financial straits.

Malaysia Navy Commander Makes India Voyage

Malaysia Navy Commander Makes India Voyage

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The commander of the Malaysian navy’s eastern fleet paid a visit to India’s southern naval command.
A China Submarine in Malaysia Amid Najib’s US Visit?

A China Submarine in Malaysia Amid Najib’s US Visit?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at reports that China has had its second known docking of submarines in the Southeast Asian state.

Malaysia Launches First Littoral Combat Ship

Malaysia Launches First Littoral Combat Ship

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The development marks another step taken by the Southeast Asian state to modernize its navy despite significant challenges.

Is Malaysia’s New Fighter Jet Deal Dead Now?

Is Malaysia’s New Fighter Jet Deal Dead Now?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A multi-billion dollar plan to replace the country’s aging aircraft looks even more unlikely to be approved soon.

What Does Malaysia’s Air Force Need?

What Does Malaysia’s Air Force Need?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country’s air force chief recently reiterated what some of the service’s top priorities are.

Malaysia’s Coast Guard Gets New Chief

Malaysia’s Coast Guard Gets New Chief

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Zulkifili bin Abu Bakar has been sworn in as the head of the agency.
French Navy Ship Makes First Malaysia Visit

French Navy Ship Makes First Malaysia Visit

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Vessel is in the Southeast Asian state for a six-day visit.

Assessing Malaysia's Coast Guard in ASEAN Perspective

Assessing Malaysia's Coast Guard in ASEAN Perspective

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the trajectory of the Southeast Asian state's coast guard-like body amid regional developments.

Malaysia’s New Air Force Chief Makes First Singapore Visit

Malaysia’s New Air Force Chief Makes First Singapore Visit

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Affendi Buang made an introductory trip to the city-state this week.

What’s Next For Malaysia’s China Warships Deal?

What’s Next For Malaysia’s China Warships Deal?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Some additional details were disclosed this week in a closely-watched defense agreement.
Malaysia’s New Army Chief Makes First Singapore Visit

Malaysia’s New Army Chief Makes First Singapore Visit

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Zulkiple Kassim makes an introductory trip to the city-state amid an uncertain geopolitical environment.

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