Asia Defense

Complex, expensive high-end military hardware might prove impossible to replace quickly enough during a major conventional war. It's time to revisit the idea of building simpler, cheaper emergency replacements.

The former commander of the People’s Liberation Army Strategic Support Force Network Systems Department is taking over the entire force.

The new vision for the U.S. Marine Corps will impact cooperation with allies as well.

With COVID-19 spiraling out of control in Thailand, the $683 million purchase has again drawn criticism.

Japan’s increasing recognition that Taiwan is crucial to its own security has implications for Japan’s domestic defense debates and the Japan-U.S. alliance.

Growing geopolitical rivalries will continue to drive the development of hypersonic and other lethal weapons systems.

The announcement comes as a U.K. strike group heads to region.

Moscow is also reported to be open to some kind of cooperation with the U.S., though far short of American bases in Central Asia.

China’s intentions are likely directed against outside interference -- and not at Taiwan specifically.

The silos will significantly complicate counterforce options. What can Washington do?

A mysterious giant hangar in China has, once again, revived dreams of lighter-than-air craft.