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Vietnam-Singapore Defense Relations in the Headlines With Military Chief Introductory Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The trip spotlighted ongoing efforts by both Southeast Asian states to develop their defense relationship.
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
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
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
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?
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’
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
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
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
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
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
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The F-35C Lightning II has achieved initial operational capability, the U.S. Navy announced last month.