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China's Fifth-Generation Stealth Fighter Is in Combat Service—But With Improved Fourth-Generation Engines
By Ankit Panda
The J-20 fighter is using an improved variant of the WS-10 engine in use on China's fourth-generation J-10 and J-11 fighters.
What a Dead Philippines-Canada Military Helicopter Deal Would Mean
By Prashanth Parameswaran
With a key acquisition now in trouble, a deeper look at the broader potential significance of its impending death.
The US is Considering Deploying Another Marine Expeditionary Unit to Asia
By Ankit Panda
The move would help boost U.S. force readiness in the Asia-Pacific region.
Could Russia Design a Fifth-Generation Variant of the Su-35 for India?
By Abraham Ait
A stealth-capable Su-35 could be just what India needs to keep pace with China and Pakistan.
A New China Military Base in Pakistan?
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Reports about Beijing trying to acquire another facility there could have significant consequences for the region.
US Navy Wants to Delay Shock Trials of $13 Billion Supercarrier
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. Navy is seeking to postpone shock trials for its new nuclear-powered aircraft carrier.
India Test Fires Second Nuclear Capable Ballistic Missile in a Week
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The nuclear capable Prithvi-II missile was test fired on February 7.
Russia's Defense Ministry to Ink Contract for 12 Stealth Fighter Jets
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The first batch of Su-57 stealth fighters is expected to enter service with the Russian Air Force in 2019.
What Does the Philippines’ New Attack Helicopters Deal Mean for its Military Modernization?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the broader context and significance of a new headline-grabbing purchase.
What’s in the New Australia-Indonesia Military Pact?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The two sides inked a new version of their defense cooperation agreement last week.
India Tests Nuclear Capable Short-Range Ballistic Missile
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India successfully test fired a nuclear-capable Agni-I ballistic missile on February 6.
Russia's Pacific Fleet to Upgrade 4 Nuclear Subs With Supersonic Cruise Missiles By 2021
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Four nuclear-powered subs are expected to be upgraded with new weapons systems by 2021.