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Why India’s Nuclear Security Challenge Demands Attention
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
The passing of an NSRA bill would be a useful step in addressing some challenges on this front.
Vietnam-Malaysia Navy Ties in Focus With Bilateral Visit
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both countries continue efforts to deepen defense ties during an important year.
China Launches Two Next-Generation Destroyers
By Steven Stashwick
Type 055 destroyers are bigger than US cruisers but carry fewer missiles.
Russia’s S-400 Air Defense System to Receive New Long-Range Missile
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The new missile may be inducted into service by the end of the summer.
Japan Selects Lockheed Martin Radar For New Ballistic Missile Defense System
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Tokyo has selected Lockheed Martin’s most advanced long-range radar system for its two Aegis Ashore batteries.
China Launches 2 Type 055 Destroyers Simultaneously
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Two Type 055 guided missile destroyers were launched simultaneously in Dalian this week.
Japan’s Largest Aircraft Carrier to Operate in South China Sea, Indian Ocean for 2 Months
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Japan’s largest warship will tour the South China and Indian Ocean for two months beginning in September.
Japan to Dispatch Izumo-class Carrier to South China Sea, Indian Ocean
By Ankit Panda
2018 will become the second consecutive year for a Japanese Izumo-class deployment to the Indian Ocean.
Britain Will Build Australia’s Future Frigate
By Li Jie Sheng
What impact will Australia’s choice of the Type 26 have on the U.K. and the Pacific?
New Zealand Slated to Buy 4 Sub-Hunting Maritime Patrol Aircraft From US
By Franz-Stefan Gady
A final decision over the procurement of four Boeing P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft is expected by the end of the month.
Russia’s Pacific Fleet to Receive 2 Fast Attack Subs in 2020
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Two new diesel-electric attack submarines are expected to be handed over to the Russian Pacific Fleet by November 2020.
Challenges Ahead for Brunei’s Military as It Marks 57 Years
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Anniversary comes amid lingering challenges for the Southeast Asian state’s defense.