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Russia Mulls Upgrading Su-57 to 6th Generation Fighter Jet
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Su-57 has the potential to be a 6th-generation fighter jet, the former head of the Russian Aerospace Force claims.
Estimate Says Sustaining and Modernizing US Nuclear Triad to Cost $1.2 Trillion Over 30 Years
By Ankit Panda
Whatever the Trump Nuclear Posture Review decides, overhauling U.S. nuclear forces will be expensive.
Indonesia Warships in Philippines on Goodwill Mission
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The goodwill and cooperation mission emphasizes the ongoing maritime cooperation between the two countries.
US Deploys Newest and Most Advanced Stealth Fighter to Japan
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The first two of 12 F-35A Lightning IIs arrived on Okinawa this week for a six-month deployment.
India Moves Forward With Purchase of 111 Helicopters for Navy
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India’s Defense Acquisition Council approved the purchase of 111 utility helicopters for the Indian Navy.
India, Japan Begin Anti-Submarine Warfare Exercise in Arabian Sea
By Ankit Panda
The exercise is the second major anti-submarine warfare exercise between the two sides in 2017.
Russia to Launch Its Most Powerful Ballistic Missile Sub in November
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Russian Navy is expected to float out an improved variant of its latest class of ballistic missile subs next month.
Why Japan’s New Military Aircraft Gift to the Philippines Matters
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The subtle change is not without significance for both sides and the wider region.
China’s First 5th Generation Fighter Moves Into Serial Production
By Franz-Stefan Gady
China’s first stealth fighter will move soon into serial production, according to Chinese state-controlled media.
Singapore Holds Maritime Security Exercise Amid Terror Fears
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The 2017 iteration of Exercise Highcrest was held last week.
How South Korea and Australia Can Boost Naval Modernization in Southeast Asia
By Sukjoon Yoon
South Korea and Australia could be attractive options for Southeast Asian states looking to boost naval capabilities.
China and ASEAN Aim for First Joint Maritime Exercise
By Charlotte Gao
China has called for a joint maritime exercise with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations for years.