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Submarines
Asia Drives Global Submarine Sales
Plus, North Korea halts construction on missile site. Wednesday defense links
Indonesia’s Submarine Doctrine Explained
RSIS’s Koh Swee Lean Collin gives The Diplomat the lowdown on TNI-AL’s expanding subsurface fleet.
The Submarine Race in the Malaccan Strait
The Strait of Malacca’s littoral states-Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia-all operate underwater fleets.
It’s Official… China's Coming to RIMPAC
Plus, the US and Japan begin a military drill aimed at retaking islands, despite Beijing’s objections. Monday security links.
Australia Needs Strategic Rethink on Submarines
The new White Paper got it wrong. Australia’s best undersea option remains the U.S. Virginia Class nuclear submarine.
Australia's Submarine Folly
Australia’s Defense White Paper 2013 seems to kill the idea of acquiring nuclear subs. That could be a mistake.
Don't Scrap America's Ballistic Missile Submarines
Some argue that the U.S. should eliminate its SSBNs or “boomers” to save money. Don’t listen.
Teaching Old Dogs New Tricks
With the lifespans of weapons running over half a century, being able to adapt such weaponry to new realities is key.
How Defense Austerity Will Test U.S. Strategy in Asia
Why Washington’s ‘pivot’ to Asia is contingent on making necessary investments in defense.
Australia’s Japanese Sub Play
Australia has begun discussions concerning a new submarine class. Could a Japanese solution be the answer? Harry Kazianis explains.
How Europe Can Support the ‘Pivot’
As America focuses on the ‘Indo-Pacific’, Europe has a vital role to play, James Holmes argues.
Indonesia’s Submarine Play
Indonesia’s military has signed a $1.1 billion contract for three submarines. What does that mean for the region?