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US Defense Secretary Says New Virus Won’t Prevent Military Operations
By Associated Press
The U.S. military is prepared to continue operations even if there is a local outbreak of the new coronavirus, according to U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper.
Japan Commissions First Soryu-Class Attack Sub Fitted With Lithium-Ion Batteries
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Japan Maritime Self Defense Force’s latest diesel-electric attack submarine was commissioned on March 5.
The Philippine Navy Needs More Than New Ships
By Jay Tristan Tarriela
Until its institutional problems are solved, the PN will not be able to achieve its ambitious goals.
Russia’s First Upgraded Borei-Class Ballistic Missile Sub to Be Commissioned By May
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Knyaz Vladimir will be delivered to Russia’s Northern Fleet in April or May, according to a Russian defense industry source.
Second Project 636.3 Sub for Russian Pacific Fleet Begins Dockside Trials
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The dockside trials of the latest diesel-electric sub for the Russian Pacifc Fleet are expected to last three months.
Why China’s Growing Military Might in Tibet Should Worry India
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
The rising tempo of Chinese deployments in Tibet should be of concern to New Delhi.
Upcoming Helicopter Delivery Highlights Malaysia’s Defense Capabilities
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The confirmation of the delivery puts the focus on one platform within Malaysia’s wider military capabilities.
New Equipment Ceremony Spotlights Boost for Philippine National Police Capabilities
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The PNP added another round of assets and equipment to its increasing capabilities under Duterte.
Australia’s Third and Final Air Warfare Destroyer Delivered to Navy
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Royal Australian Navy took delivery of the third and final Hobart-class air warfare destroyer on February 28.
US Navy Takes Delivery of New F-35B-Carrying Amphibious Assault Ship
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The latest America-class amphibious assault ship was delivered to the Navy on February 28.
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un Oversees ‘Joint Strike’ Military Exercise Amid Coronavirus Fears
By Ankit Panda
Kim Jong Un oversaw a “joint strike” military exercise amid concerns about the novel coronavirus.
What’s in the New Indonesia-Philippines Defense Industry Deal?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Both sides inked a new agreement to help make further advances in the security realm.