Asia Defense

High-tech new weapons are useful, but current military reform shortfalls hinder the PLA’s ability to employ such hardware.

Using the phrase “arms race” is attention grabbing, but a more discerning assessment is necessary when it comes to weapons acquisitions. 

The engagement spotlighted the burgeoning security aspect of relations between Jakarta and Seoul.

Plenty of countries could use a modern fighter that isn’t the F-35. But building such a fighter and successfully selling it are two very different objectives.

A closer look at a latest manifestation of Moscow’s growing defense presence in the Southeast Asian nation.

Six warships pass through the Ryukyus to exercise east of Taiwan.

The move to publicly challenge India’s “excessive maritime claims” is sure to irk New Delhi privately.

If it eventuates, the $3.6 billion deal would represent the largest-ever arms transfer between the two nations.

China’s fleet relies disproportionately on smaller classes of ships – and U.S. capabilities are bolstered by its allies’ navies.

The new program will aid in better allocation of research dollars to new quantum computing initiatives both inside and outside the government.

This is the second time this year the strike group has entered the contentious body of water.