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Australia, France Reaffirm Commitment to Attack-Submarine Program in Joint Statement
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Australia and France have reaffirmed their commitment to the Royal Australian Navy’s Future Submarine Program.
Germany-Singapore Defense Relations in the Spotlight With Munich Security Conference Ministerial Meeting
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent engagement highlighted the ongoing collaboration between the two sides in the security realm.
Is India’s Third Aircraft Carrier Project on Hold?
By Ankit Panda
India’s new chief of defense staff has cautioned that the Indian Navy’s third carrier won’t be materializing anytime soon.
What the Fight Against the New Coronavirus Tells Us About the Post-Reform PLA
By Ying Yu Lin
The coronavirus outbreak has revealed potential issues in PLA logistics integration and command after the major overhaul of 2015.
Russia’s First Upgraded Borei-Class Boomer to Be Commissioned in March
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Knyaz Vladimir will likely be delivered to Russia’s Northern Fleet in a month and a half, according to a Russian defense industry official.
US Navy To Retire First 4 Littoral Combat Ships
By Ankit Panda
The short-lived and troubled class of ships begins its sunset.
What Iran’s Attacks on American Bases Tell Us About China’s Missile Program
By Christopher K. Colley
For American strategic planners the false belief that Chinese missiles are numerous, but inaccurate, is likely over.
What Will the Next China-Cambodia Golden Dragon Military Exercise Look Like?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at potential continuity and change in what would be the fourth set of drills between the two countries.
Defense Minister Trip Puts Russia-Vietnam Security Ties into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction spotlighted the defense aspect of the relationship between the two countries.
What’s in Singapore’s Maritime Security Task Force Restructuring Plans?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Recent comments spotlighted the country’s ongoing efforts to review and change aspects of its response in this realm.
US Approves Possible Sale of an Integrated Air Defense Weapon System for India
By Ankit Panda
Approval of the sale comes ahead of an expected trip by U.S. President Donald J. Trump to India.
New Contract for Largest Coast Guard Vessels Spotlights Philippines-Japan Security Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The signing spotlighted the ongoing defense relationship between the two countries and its wider significance.