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A New Philippines Military Boost for RIMPAC 2020?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the suggestion that Manila could boost its participation next time around.
India’s Defense Ministry Approves Purchase of 150 Indigenously Made Towed Howitzers
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India’s Defense Acquisition Council approved the purchase of 150 Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems.
China’s New Type 055 Guided Missile Destroyer Begins Sea Trials
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The lead ship of a new class of Chinese guided missile destroyers commenced first sea trials on August 24.
India’s Defense Ministry Approves Procurement of 135 Helicopters for Navy
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India’s Defense Acquisition Council approved the procurement of 111 light naval utility and 24 naval multirole helicopters.
US-ASEAN Defense Ties in Focus With Maritime Security Exercise
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the ongoing activity within the annual SEACAT exercise and its significance.
Russia Inducts New S-400 Long-Range Air Defense Regiment Into Service
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Russian defense industry has reportedly delivered a new S-400 regiment to the Russian armed forces ahead of schedule.
China’s New Aircraft Carrier Sets Out for Second Round of Sea Trials
By Franz-Stefan Gady
China’s first domestically built flattop headed out for a second round of sea trials on August 26.
What’s Next for India’s New Space Ambitions?
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
New Delhi looks to be deepening its focus on this domain, and for good reasons.
US Navy Accepts Delivery of Two Littoral Combat Ships
By Franz-Stefan Gady
In an unusual ceremony, two littoral combat ships were delivered to the U.S. Navy yesterday.
Russia Orders 132 T-14 Armata Main Battle Tanks and T-15 Infantry Fighting Vehicles
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Russian defense ministry signed a contract with tank manufacturer Uralvagonzavod for 132 T-14s and T-15s on August 22.
Russia Readies Recovery Effort for Nuclear-Powered Cruise Missile, Lost at Sea in 2017
By Ankit Panda
Russia is preparing to retrieve the wreckage of a nuclear-powered cruise missile from the Barents Sea.
South Korea to Launch First 3,000-ton KSS-III Diesel-Electric Attack Sub Next Month
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The first of nine locally built 3,000-ton diesel-electric attack subs will reportedly be launched next month.