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The Challenge of Modernizing a Navy: Malaysia’s Boustead Heavy Industries

The Challenge of Modernizing a Navy: Malaysia’s Boustead Heavy Industries

By James Guild
A decade ago, the Malaysian shipbuilder was in fine health. Now it finds itself in financial straits.
Drone Delivery Puts the Focus on US-Malaysia Security Cooperation

Drone Delivery Puts the Focus on US-Malaysia Security Cooperation

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The recent development put the spotlight on ongoing defense collaboration despite ongoing challenges for ties.

New Delivery Highlights Malaysia-France Artillery Deal

New Delivery Highlights Malaysia-France Artillery Deal

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The first of several artillery systems were delivered to the Southeast Asian state last month.

Upcoming Helicopter Delivery Highlights Malaysia’s Defense Capabilities

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.

What’s Next for Malaysia’s Capabilities After Its Helicopter Decommissioning?

What’s Next for Malaysia’s Capabilities After Its Helicopter Decommissioning?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Ongoing efforts to decommission aging equipment spotlight the broader issue with the country’s capabilities.
Malaysia-China Security Ties in the Spotlight with First Littoral Mission Ship Delivery

Malaysia-China Security Ties in the Spotlight with First Littoral Mission Ship Delivery

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The handover of the first capital defense asset acquired from China by Malaysia highlighted the ongoing status of a landmark security agreement between the two countries. The handover of the first capital defense asset acquired from China by Malaysia highlighted the ongoing status of a landmark security agreement between the two countries.

Malaysia’s Pakatan Harapan Government Undertakes 3 New Defense Plans

Malaysia’s Pakatan Harapan Government Undertakes 3 New Defense Plans

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country is planning on following through on its defense white paper launch with a series of additional plans.
What to Make of Malaysia’s New Defense White Paper Launch

What to Make of Malaysia’s New Defense White Paper Launch

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The adoption of the document has highlighted both the opportunities and challenges it offers for the country’s defense policy.

Joint Military Exercise Puts Malaysia Defense Policy into Focus

Joint Military Exercise Puts Malaysia Defense Policy into Focus

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The recent engagement highlighted some of the ongoing activity underway with respect to the Southeast Asian state’s defense policy.

What’s in the Malaysia Palm Oil Defense Countertrade Chatter?

What’s in the Malaysia Palm Oil Defense Countertrade Chatter?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country’s defense minister has once again suggested the idea as an option in its defense policy.

Malaysia’s Defense Corruption Challenge in the Spotlight

Malaysia’s Defense Corruption Challenge in the Spotlight

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The case of the missing helicopters is back in the headlines.
The Future of New Malaysia’s Defense Policy in Focus with Countertrade Chatter

The Future of New Malaysia’s Defense Policy in Focus with Countertrade Chatter

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the context for ongoing discussions on this front.

How Would Anwar Ibrahim Change Malaysia’s Foreign Policy as Prime Minister?

How Would Anwar Ibrahim Change Malaysia’s Foreign Policy as Prime Minister?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
While the question may be difficult to answer, it is worth asking given how little we know thus far and how much Malaysia has on its plate.
Defense Minister Introductory Visit Highlights Malaysia-Brunei Military Ties

Defense Minister Introductory Visit Highlights Malaysia-Brunei Military Ties

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction put the focus on some of the ongoing defense activity between the two countries into 2019 and beyond.

Indonesia-Malaysia Security Ties in Focus with Border Committee Meeting

Indonesia-Malaysia Security Ties in Focus with Border Committee Meeting

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The latest iteration of the meeting spotlighted ongoing defense ties between the two countries.

First Military Chief Visit Spotlights Malaysia-Singapore Defense Ties

First Military Chief Visit Spotlights Malaysia-Singapore Defense Ties

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The interaction highlighted ongoing activity within the bilateral relationship.

What’s in the Malaysia-Saudi Arabia Counterterrorism Center Shutdown?

What’s in the Malaysia-Saudi Arabia Counterterrorism Center Shutdown?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at a recent development and what it means for Malaysia’s foreign and defense policy.
New Scrutiny for Malaysia’s Old Submarine Deal?

New Scrutiny for Malaysia’s Old Submarine Deal?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the new government’s suggestion to probe old allegations around the country’s submarine procurement.

Will Malaysia Buy Pakistan’s JF-17 Fighter Jet?

Will Malaysia Buy Pakistan’s JF-17 Fighter Jet?

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Pakistan has been in “primary talks” with Malaysia over the procurement of the JF-17 fighter jet.
When Will Malaysia Get New Submarines?

When Will Malaysia Get New Submarines?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Though the country continues to eye expanding its fleet, it remains a long way off from achieving that goal.

A China Submarine in Malaysia Amid Najib’s US Visit?

A China Submarine in Malaysia Amid Najib’s US Visit?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at reports that China has had its second known docking of submarines in the Southeast Asian state.

Malaysia-Philippines Meeting Puts ASEAN Subregional Cooperation in the Spotlight

Malaysia-Philippines Meeting Puts ASEAN Subregional Cooperation in the Spotlight

By Prashanth Parameswaran
A recent interaction was an important reminder of the efforts being made by both sides to address cross-border issues.

Why Did Malaysia Just Burn an Illegal Fishing Vessel?

Why Did Malaysia Just Burn an Illegal Fishing Vessel?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The move is being read as an escalation in the country’s crackdown on sea crimes
Malaysia Launches First Littoral Combat Ship

Malaysia Launches First Littoral Combat Ship

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The development marks another step taken by the Southeast Asian state to modernize its navy despite significant challenges.

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