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Defense Dialogue Highlights Vietnam-Cuba Military Ties
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction spotlighted the development of the security aspect of their wider diplomatic relationship.
China’s New Transport Ship Not a Game Changer in South China Sea
By Steven Stashwick
Sansha No.2 is civilian and relatively small compared to military logistics vessels.
South Korea to Publicly Display F-35A Stealth Fighter for First Time in October
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Republic of Korea Air Force will publicly display the F-35A for the first time during Armed Forces Day on October 1.
India’s Air Force Test Fires Astra Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile
By Franz-Stefan Gady
India’s first homegrown beyond visual-range air-to-air missile has been test fired this week as part of ongoing user trials.
Peacekeeping Center Chief Visit Puts Thailand-Vietnam Security Collaboration into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction highlighted the role of peacekeeping as an area of cooperation in bilateral ties and within the foreign policies of both countries.
Kilo Impact in the Bay of Bengal
By Mohammad Rubaiyat Rahman
India is readying a submarine for Myanmar, but New Delhi won't replace Beijing as a top defense supplier.
Senior US Defense Official: Development of B-21 Stealth Bomber ‘on Schedule’
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The first test aircraft is already under production and expected to make its maiden flight in December 2021.
US Defense Contractor to Build Upgrade Facility for F-35 Stealth Fighters in Japan
By Franz-Stefan Gady
U.S. defense firm Lockheed Martin has been awarded a contract to build a F-35 maintenance repair and upgrade facility in Japan.
Australia’s Third Air Warfare Destroyer Enters Sea Trials
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The latest Hobart-class destroyer has entered sea trials this month, according to Australia’s defense minister.
Vietnam-Philippines South China Sea Interactions in the Headlines with Naval Activity
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The latest interaction of the exchange highlighted the ongoing maritime collaboration between the two sides.
New Delhi, Moscow Discuss Production of S-400 Air Defense System in India
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The two countries are currently in talks to launch the production of S-400 components in India, according to a senior Russian defense official.
Growing India-South Korea Strategic Synergy: The Defense Domain
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
The two countries are moving closer in the security domain.