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Indonesia, South Korea Ink $1 Billion Contract for 3 Diesel-Electric Submarines
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Indonesian Navy is slated to receive three more Nagapasa-class diesel-electric subs by 2026.
India Test Fires Nuclear-Capable Nirbhay Cruise Missile
By Franz-Stefan Gady
This constitutes the sixth flight test of India’s first domestically-made long-range cruise missile.
Singapore, India Conclude Bilateral Armor Exercises
By Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran
The 12th iteration of Bold Kurukshetra concluded on April 13.
What’s Next for South Korea-Vietnam Defense Logistics Cooperation?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at an aspect of security collaboration between the two sides.
Philippines’ New Anti-Submarine Helicopters Delivery in the Headlines with Inspection Voyage
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at the status of a capability that would constitute a major boost for Manila.
What Did India’s Foreign Secretary Achieve on His Trip to Russia?
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
A closer look at a recent interaction between the two sides.
India’s Air Force to Begin Receiving AH-64E Attack Helicopters in August
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India is slated to take delivery of its first batch of four AH-64E attack helicopters this August.
Naval Visit Highlights Vietnam-Bangladesh Relations
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The engagement spotlighted some of the efforts both sides are making to boost ties.
Indonesia Launches Third Nagapasa-Class Diesel Electric Attack Submarine
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The first locally assembled Nagapasa-class sub was launched on April 11.
India’s Army Receives First Six of 114 Long-Range Dhanush Howitzers
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Indian Army has taken delivery of the first six Dhanush 155-millimeter/45-caliber towed howitzers.
US State Department Approves Sale of 56 Supersonic SM-3 Block IB Missiles to Japan
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The estimated cost for the missile sale is $1.150 billion.
Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-35A Fighter Has Gone Missing Over Pacific Ocean
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s remaining fleet of 12 F-35As will remain grounded for the time being, according to the Japanese defense minister.