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Japan Awards MHI $368 Million Contract for Development of the Glide Phase Interceptor
By Takahashi Kosuke
Japan and the United States are planning to complete development of the next-generation missile defense system by the 2030s.
Vietnam Spratly Island Construction Continuing at Rapid Pace, Report Says
By Sebastian Strangio
According to a U.S. think tank, the country is building runways and other “potential military structures” in the South China Sea.
Sri Lanka Strengthens Maritime Capabilities With New Surveillance Aircraft
By Hansa De Soysa
The Sri Lanka Air Force recently received two advanced surveillance aircraft from the U.S. and Australia, marking a significant step in deepening ties with Western defense partners.
A Non-Weaponized Deterrence Approach to China-US Strategic Relations
By Mathew Jie Sheng Yeo
Credible latent nuclear capability could be the key to preventing a China-U.S. arms race without sacrificing deterrence.
How the Indian Navy Is Expanding Its Presence in the Indo-Pacific Through ‘Goodwill Visits’
By Biyon Sony Joseph
The Indian Navy's goodwill visits to Southeast Asia and the broader Indo-Pacific region play a crucial role in advancing New Delhi’s foreign policy objectives.
Does Ishiba’s ‘Asian NATO’ Spell Trouble for the Japan-US Alliance?
By Hiroaki KATO
Ishiba’s call for an “Asian NATO” represents the nexus between the Japan-U.S. alliance and internationalism – both hallmarks of Japanese foreign policy, especially in the post-Cold War era.
What’s Behind the China-Thailand ‘Strike-2024’ Exercise?
By Ian Seow Cheng Wei
At first glance, these exercises may appear routine, following the established pattern since 2005. However, one thing sets the Strike-2024 exercises apart.
The Thai Air Force Chose a New Fighter. The More Interesting Question Is What Comes Next.
By Olli Pekka Suorsa
As the RTAF aspires to become one of the best air forces in Southeast Asia, it is unlikely to be satisfied with 4+ generation combat aircraft in the future.
North Korea’s Nuclear Submarine Program Could Seriously Complicate a Future US War Effort
By A. B. Abrams
As Pyongyang reportedly begins construction of its first nuclear-powered submarine, the question is whether it will be a strategic ballistic missile sub or a more conventional attack sub.
The Quad Is Quietly Adapting Methods of Security Cooperation
By Shruti Pandalai
Don't overlook the incremental build-up of security cooperation within the Quad – like Exercise Malabar.
Minding Global South Realities Amid Indo-Pacific Strategic Competition
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Bridging North-South divides is critical to addressing the intersection of rising major power competition and growing Global South discontent.
US Marine Corps Deploys a New Unmanned Semi-submersible Vessel on Okinawa, Japan
By Takahashi Kosuke
The Autonomous Low-Profile Vessel (ALPV), a new unmanned supply vessel under development, was deployed at the U.S. military’s Naha Port Facility.