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Japan-Brunei Military Relations in Focus with Naval Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent trip spotlighted some of the ongoing defense activities in the maritime aspect of bilateral ties.
Indonesia’s Cyber Challenge in Focus with Looming 2019 Elections
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Military chief’s recent comments highlights some of the issues security forces are likely to face and ways they need to address them.
Pakistan Kicks Off Sixth Iteration of AMAN Multilateral Naval Drills
By Ankit Panda
The exercise brought together representatives from 45 countries.
What’s Next for China’s Fifth Generation Fighter Jet?
By Abraham Ait
China’s J-20 air superiority fighter could be developed into a stealthy strike and electronic attack jet.
Russia-Indonesia Military Ties in Focus with Defense Ministers Meeting
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The high-level meeting spotlighted some of the activities both sides are exploring for their future military ties.
India Clears Procurement of 5,000 Anti-Tank Guided Missiles From France
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The purchase of 5,000 French-made anti-tank guided missiles was approved by the Acquisition Council on January 31.
Russia’s Strategic Rocket Forces Test Launch Nuclear-Capable RS-24 Yars ICBM
By Franz-Stefan Gady
This marks the first test of the three-stage solid-fueled ICBM since June 2018.
US, Philippine Air Forces Conduct Bilateral Air Contingent Exchange Amid Uncertainties
By Christian Vicedo
The exercise highlights how the US-Philippines alliance soldiers on, even amid major tensions.
Terrorism Threat Puts Russia-Philippines Military Ties Into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent meeting highlighted the counterterrorism dimension of a limited but growing defense relationship.
US Navy’s Anti-Submarine Drone Ship Sailed Autonomously From San Diego to Hawaii and Back
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Sea Hunter became the first ship to successfully autonomously navigate from San Diego to Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and back.
Russia Conducts Test of Nuclear-Powered Cruise Missile
By Ankit Panda
The test is the thirteenth to date to involve the experimental Burevestnik.
Putin: Russia Has Completed ‘Key Stage of Trials’ of Nuclear-Capable Poseidon Underwater Drone
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Russia’s new underwater weapon system has cleared an important milestone, according to the Russian President.