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Indonesia: Shore-Based Naval Gun Commissioning Puts Ongoing Weapons Development into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The event spotlighted one of the aspect of Indonesia’s development of its military capabilities.
Asia’s Anxiety Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions in the Spotlight with Philippines Evacuation Kickoff
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country’s ongoing effort to evacuate its citizens has highlighted the challenges some Asian governments are facing in managing the fallout from recent tensions.
China’s Navy Commissions First-of-Class Type 055 Guided Missile Destroyer
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The People’s Liberation Army Navy’s latest warship was commissioned on Sunday.
Naval Version of India’s Tejas Fighter Conducts Maiden Flight From Aircraft Carrier
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The naval variant of India’s Tejas fighter jet conducted its first successful ski jump take-off and arrested landing from the INS Vikramaditya on January 12.
China-Pakistan Naval Drills: More Than Just Symbolism
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Beyond symbolism, the substance behind the latest iteration of exercises between the two countries also deserves emphasis.
US State Department Approves F-35B Sale to Singapore
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Singapore is slated to procure 12 new F-35B Joint Strike Fighters for its air force.
How Will the Chinese Navy Use Its 2 Aircraft Carriers?
By Ying Yu Lin
As the PLA Navy adjusts to its growing carrier fleet, pay attention to the officers tasked to lead.
Pakistan Completes Production of First Batch of JF-17B Fighter Aircraft
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Pakistan reportedly built the first batch of eight JF-17Bs in just five months.
Senior US Official: No Blanket Waiver for India on S-400 Buy
By Franz-Stefan Gady
A senior U.S. State Department official has once more reiterated that sanctions may be imposed following India's acquisition of Russian-made S-400 air defense systems.
India and the Philippines: A New Chapter in Defense Ties?
By Jeff M. Smith
While strategic interactions have traditionally been quite shallow, there are some indications of a more promising future for relations.
Vietnam Shipbuilding Capabilities in the Headlines With Patrol Vessel Deliveries to Nigeria
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The developments highlight Hanoi’s ongoing ambitions to increase the global reach of its shipbuilding capabilities.
Report: India’s Homemade Anti-Ballistic Missile Shield Ready
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India’s indigenous ballistic missile defense program has reportedly been completed.