Indonesian Army’s 13th Cavalry Inducts Harimau Tanks

Mar 21, 2024

The Indonesian Army’s 13th Cavalry Battalion has officially welcomed nine Harimau tanks into its arsenal. The induction ceremony took place on Tuesday (Mar. 19), marking a significant addition to the battalion’s capabilities. These tanks, delivered e...

Gripen Or F-16 For Royal Thai Air Force

Mar 21, 2024

Sweden’s Saab JAS 39 Gripen E and the United States’ Lockheed Martin F-16 Block 70 have both been shortlisted as the final candidates for the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF), according to RTAF chief Air Chief Marshal Phanpakdee Pattanakul....

Philippine Army Showcases Firepower In CATEX-Katihan

Mar 17, 2024

The Philippine Army (PA) showcased its capabilities in territorial defence in its inaugural Combined Arms Training Exercise (CATEX)-Katihan....

STM’s Ada-class Corvette Wins Malaysia’s LMSB2 Bid

Mar 16, 2024

Ada-class corvette manufactured by the Turkish defence company Savunma Teknolojieri Muhendislik (STM), appeared to have won the bid for Malaysia’s Littoral Mission Ship Batch 2 (LMSB2) programme. This was indicated in a letter from Malaysia’s Defence...

Philippine Navy Begins Training For New Corvettes

Mar 14, 2024

According to the Phillipine Navy, training for its personnel on the operations of its future South Korean-manufactured corvettes has begun. PN spokesperson Cmdr John Percie Alcos said that the two guided missile corvettes are presently being construc...

Re-Horizon 3 initiative to spur Philippines defense expenditure to $6.2 billion in 2029, forecasts GlobalData

Mar 13, 2024

The Philippines is embarking on an ambitious “Re-Horizon 3” military modernization initiative amidst the escalating territorial disputes in the South China Sea....

Steel Cut For Singapore’s MRCV

Mar 11, 2024

SINGAPORE: Singapore’s ST Engineering Marine has cut steel for the nation’s first Multirole Combat Vessel (MRCV) ordered by the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN). The company held a steel-cutting ceremony on March 8 in the presence of RSN chief RAdm S...

Indonesian army receives medium tank and armoured fighting vehicle boost

Mar 08, 2024

The Indonesian Ministry of Defense (MoD) has handed over 52 armoured vehicles – manufactured by PT Pindad – a key subsidiary of the state-owned DefendID consortium – to the Indonesian Army (Tentara Nasional Indonesia-Angkatan Darat: TNI-AD)....

Malaysia Attains 30,000 Flight Hours On H225M

Mar 04, 2024

LABUAN: The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF) celebrated yet another milestone with its H225M/EC725 fleet achieving 30,000 flight hours – one of the highest in Asia-Pacific....

Thailand’s Air Force unveils new wish list, eyeing jets and drones

Mar 02, 2024

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — The Royal Thai Air Force has laid out its future aspirations in a document released Feb. 29, with counter-drone systems, new fighter jets and medium-range air defense systems among the most pressing concerns....

Singapore to buy eight F-35 jets, raise defense budget

Mar 01, 2024

MANILA, Philippines — Singapore’s Defence Ministry plans to order eight F-35A jets, which would bring the country’s Joint Strike Fighter fleet to 20....

Soldiers test Next Generation Squad Weapon in extreme cold weather

Feb 29, 2024

Soldiers in Alaska recently tested the Army’s new rifle and automatic rifle in -35 F conditions as the weapons approach official fielding to the 101st Airborne Division later this year....

Philippines hints at fresh fighter fleet amid negotiations with Sweden

Feb 23, 2024

SINGAPORE — The Philippines is nearing a breakthrough in negotiations to buy fighter jets from Sweden after two decades of efforts to refresh its fleet....

India prepares to buy 15 C295 maritime patrol variants

Feb 21, 2024

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand — India is moving closer to buying 15 maritime patrol variants of the Airbus C295 aircraft, following permission from the country’s Defence Acquisition Council....

Marines test robotic mule that could carry weapons, sensors

Feb 14, 2024

Marines recently tested an unmanned ground vehicle that could transport gear provide mobile electrical charging and add firepower to small units....

South Korea plans mass production of 155mm extended-range artillery shells

Feb 14, 2024

This year, South Korea will initiate mass production of new 155mm ammunition for its self-propelled artillery units, the K9 Thunder, according to the Defense Acquisition Program Administration (DAPA). This announcement comes after the successful deve...

Philippine Army moves forward with acquisition of Man-Portable Air Defence Systems

Feb 12, 2024

As part of its modernization initiative, the Philippine Army has undertaken steps to acquire Man-Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS), aiming to enhance its currently limited air defense capabilities. These mobile systems protect critical infrastru...

Philippines Looks To Sweden For Defence Technology Transfer

Feb 07, 2024

The Philippine’s Department of National Defense (DND) is ready to work together with Sweden to facilitate defence technology transfer, and research and development on the path towards a self-reliant defence posture and better equip themselves to safe...

Malaysia And South Korea To Strengthen Defence Ties

Feb 06, 2024

Malaysia and South Korea have recently held working-level defence talks to strengthen bilateral defence cooperation. A South Korean delegation led by Ministry of National Defense (MND) director-general for international policy Lee Seoung-beom met wit...

Royal Malaysian Navy Receives Fast Interceptor Crafts

Feb 05, 2024

The Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) has taken delivery of four fast interceptor crafts (FIC) to be deployed in Sabah. In a handover ceremony between Gading Marine Industry and the RMN, the vessels were handed over to the navy in the presence of the Minist...

France orders 109 CAESAr NG Mk II 155mm self-propelled howitzers

Feb 02, 2024

As part of its modernization initiative, the Philippine Army has undertaken steps to acquire Man-Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS), aiming to enhance its currently limited air defense capabilities. These mobile systems protect critical infrastru...

India expected to confirm order of 307 indigenous ATAGS howitzers

Jan 30, 2024

Before the end of March, the Indian Ministry of Defense is expected to confirm an order for 307 Advanced Towed Artillery Gun Systems (ATAGS), following a proposal by the Indian Army. These systems are intended to be deployed along the borders with Ch...

Fourth Indonesian C-130J Super Hercules Arrives

Jan 26, 2024

Indonesia’s Air Force has received the fourth Lockheed Martin C-130J-30 Super Hercules transport aircraft. The aircraft was flown from Lockheed Martin’s Marietta manufacturing plant in Georgia, US on Jan 16 and touched down at Halim Perdanakusuma Air...

India to unveil new MRSAM air defense system at 75th annual parade

Jan 25, 2024

According to News18 on January 22, 2024, India is expected to unveil its new Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) air defense system during the upcoming 75th Republic Day celebrations on January 26th, 2024. This development is the outcome of a...

Pakistan Plans On Procuring Shenyang FC-31

Jan 24, 2024

PAKISTAN will reportedly purchase Shenyang FC-31 stealth fighter jets from China’s state-owned Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC). According to Chinese media reports, the acquisition of these fifth-generation fighter jets by the Pakistan A...

Indonesia Completes Final Tranche Of Rafale Purchase

Jan 19, 2024

EARLY this month, Indonesia inked the contract for the final batch of 18 Dassault Rafale fighter aircraft from France, said the Indonesian Defence Ministry. Signed by Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto, delivery for the first of the 18 jets is anticip...

Indian Army to get new BEML Mechanical Minefield Marking Equipment

Jan 05, 2024

On January 4, 2024, the Indian government concluded a contract with BEML Ltd for an amount of 329 crores rupees (39.5 million dollars) as part of strengthening the army's capabilities. This contract involves the acquisition of 56 Mechanical Minefield...

Vietnamese Army keeps SA-13 Gopher/Strela-10 air defense missile in service

Dec 07, 2023

As reported on Vietnam Defence’s Facebook page, the Vietnamese army’s Battalion 172, Regiment 64, is responsible for protecting the Noi Bai airport area. A89 is actually Vietnam's designation for the 9K35 Strela-10 (SA-13 Gopher) self-propelled air d...

South Korea selects Embraer C-390 for transport aircraft requirement

Dec 06, 2023

Under the for the Large Transport Aircraft (LTA) II programme worth US$544 million, Embraer will provide an undisclosed number of specially configured C-390 Millennium aircraft, as well as ancillary services and training, ground support equipment as...

France And The Philippines Eye Closer Defense Cooperation

Dec 04, 2023

Taguig City – Philippine Secretary of National Defense Gilberto C. Teodoro, Jr. and French Minister for the Armed Forces Sébastien Lecornu met today, during the landmark visit to the Philippines by a French Defense Minister....

Royal Malaysian Air Force’s AW139 Fleet Surpasses 5,000 Flight Hours

Dec 01, 2023

The Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF)’s No. 3 Squadron recently achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 5000 flight hours of safe operations with their AW139 helicopters at RMAF Butterworth Air Base. This impressive achievement stands as a test...

Taiwan launches massive modernisation of its fleet of ageing M60A3 tanks

Nov 29, 2023

According to the Liberty Times on November 25, 2023, Taiwan is currently undergoing a significant upgrade of its M60A3 main battle tanks, which have been part of its military inventory for decades. This initiative is part of a broader strategy by Tai...

India Procures 16 Upgraded Super Rapid Naval Gun Systems For Indian Navy

Nov 29, 2023

The Indian Ministry of Defence has signed a contract with BHEL, on 28th November, 2023, for procurement of 16 Upgraded Super Rapid naval gun systems....

Royal Thai army nears acquisition of D-Iron unmanned ground vehicle

Nov 21, 2023

The Royal Thai Army (RTA) is advancing towards the acquisition of the D-Iron Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV), developed through a collaborative agreement between Thailand's Defence Technology Institute (DTI) and Estonian robotic vehicle manufacturer Mi...

Singapore Orders Four Fassmer Offshore Patrol Vessels

Nov 20, 2023

The four Offshore Patrol Vessels will begin deliveries in 2028, replacing the Republic of Singapore Navy’s four Sentinel-class Maritime Security Response Vessels...

ASEAN and Japan boost defense cooperation

Nov 16, 2023

On November 15, Defense ministers from ASEAN nations and Japan convened for an informal meeting aimed at discussing mutual concerns and advancing bilateral defense cooperation. This gathering occurred as part of the 17th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meet...

Indonesian Marine Corps seeks successor for aging BTR-50P APC

Nov 16, 2023

As reported by Antara on November 15, 2023, Chief of Naval Staff (Kasal) Admiral Muhammad Ali provided details on the Indonesian Marine Corps's consideration of a replacement for its aging amphibious vehicles, specifically focusing on finding a succe...

Thailand explores surveillance drone weaponization with RV Connex' Sky Scout-M

Nov 13, 2023

As reported by Asian Military Review on November 13, 2023, RV Connex, a Thai company, unveiled the Sky Scout-M, a weaponized version of its baseline Sky Scout unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). The Sky Scout, also known as U1, has been operational with t...

India to deploy indigenous LR-SAM air defense system in 2028

Oct 30, 2023

According to the Times of India on October 30, 2023, India plans to deploy its indigenous long-range air defense system (LR-SAM) by 2028-2029. Developed under Project Kusha by the Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the system is de...

Hanwha from South Korea Debuts Cutting-Edge 40mm Automated Air Defense System at ADEX 2023

Oct 30, 2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of aerial warfare, the need for advanced defense systems that can counteract a wide range of threats is paramount. Hanwha Aerospace's 40mm Automated Air Defense System, unveiled at ADEX 2023, the Aerospace and Defense E...

Malaysia acquires KaraOK antitank missiles from Roketsan

Oct 26, 2023

The Malaysian Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) has finalized a deal with Turkish defense company Roketsan for the acquisition of KaraOK-guided anti-tank missile systems to bolster the capabilities of the Malaysian Army. Rahayu Bahaudin, the CEO of Ketech...

Inaugural Land Forces Exercise Strengthens Pakistan-Malaysia Military Cooperation

Oct 25, 2023

KUALA LUMPUR: The first ever army exercise between Malaysian Armed Forces and Pakistan Army – Harimau-Markor was successfully carried out on Oct 9-22 around the General Area of Lebir Forest Reserve, Kuala Krai district, located at Malaysia’s Kelantan...

Airbus Committed to Supporting Malaysia’s Sovereign Space Development

Oct 24, 2023

Airbus has been a key Space partner to Malaysia since 1998, starting with Space imagery. This year, to commemorate 25 years of collaboration, Airbus and the Malaysia Space Agency (MYSA) jointly organised a one-day seminar titled “The Overview Effect:...

TNI Indonesian Army delivers certification for special vehicles carrying Astros rocket containers

Oct 19, 2023

On October 17, 2023, Brigadier General Hery Setiyono, S.Sos., M.M., the Head of the Indonesian Army Research and Development Service (Kadislitbangad), presented a Certificate of Material Certification for specialized vehicles designed to transport As...

Police seeking RM5.1bil allocation under 12MP

Oct 07, 2023

BENTONG: The police are seeking a RM5.1bill allocation under the Fourth Rolling Plan of the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) for the implementation of 81 projects, among others....

BAE Systems Awarded £3.95bn for Next Phase of AUKUS Submarine Program

Oct 06, 2023

The UK Ministry of Defence has awarded £3.95 billion of funding to BAE Systems for the next phase of the country’s next-generation nuclear-powered attack submarine programme, known as SSN-AUKUS....

Are AI pilots likely to take over combat?

Sep 27, 2023

Like it or not, autonomous systems are going to play an increasing role in defence capabilities moving forward, across all domains and using a wide variety of automated systems. Autonomous aerial systems could soon be relied on heavily by defence pro...

Are unmanned surface vehicles a paradigm shift in naval warfare?

Sep 22, 2023

Unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) offer several advantages in naval warfare in terms of new capabilities and operation dynamics. USVs can be used for mine countermeasures, reconnaissance and patrols in hazardous environments where the presence of mann...

Philippine Army to buy UAVs for mine detection and clearing

Sep 05, 2023

According to an article by Asia Pacific on September 4, 2023, the Philippine Army has announced its intention to procure new tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) equipped with magnetometers designed for the detection of mines, improvised explosiv...

Indian Army to modernize fleet with 170 multi-terrain armoured recovery vehicles

Sep 05, 2023

The Indian Army has released a Request for Information (RFI) for the procurement of 170 tracked Armoured Recovery Vehicles (ARVs) designed to operate in various terrains. These new ARVs will replace the existing vehicles built by state-run BEML, whic...

Insight: The UK's Challenger 3 tank programme gets ready for service in 2025

Sep 04, 2023

Initially planned for service entry between 2027 and 2030, the British Army's first Challenger 3 tanks remain on track for accelerated delivery in 2025. Shephard Defence Insight provides full technical details and a programme update for this vital UK...

Grene Robotics from India unveils Indrajaa first Indian AI-powered anti-drone system

Sep 04, 2023

As reported by Uma Sudhir on ndtv.com, an Indian robotics company headquartered in Hyderabad has introduced an innovative self-governing anti-drone technology system enhanced by artificial intelligence. This marks the maiden development of such a sol...

Japan eyes Türkiye STM's Kargu kamikaze drones

Sep 04, 2023

Türkiye's Defense Technologies Engineering and Trade Inc., often referred to by its acronym STM, has announced that Japan is expressing interest in its quadcopter-style loitering munitions, known as the Kargu system. In an interview with GDH News on...

Singapore and Indonesian Armies Conduct Join Forces in Bilateral Exercise

Sep 03, 2023

Singapore: The 35th edition of Exercise Safkar Indopura (XSI), an annual bilateral exercise between the Singapore Army and the Tentara Nasional Indonesia-Angkatan Darat (TNI-AD), was successfully held in Singapore from Aug 20 to 28, 2023....

Japan unveils defense budget, seeking hypersonics, frigates, F-35s

Sep 01, 2023

MELBOURNE, Australia — Japan’s Defense Ministry has requested another record defense budget, with the agenda featuring naval vessels, F-35 fighter jets, hypersonic weapons development and armored vehicles....

Saab to Offer 114 Gripen E for Indian Air Force RFP

Aug 29, 2023

Aircraft manufacturer Saab said it will offer 114 state-of-the-art Gripen E fighters as a part of its response to the upcoming Indian Air Force (IAF) Request for Proposal (RFP)....

Indonesia to Buy S-70M Black Hawk Utility Helicopters

Aug 27, 2023

JAKARTA — Indonesia has signed a deal for the possible sale 24 utility helicopters from US weapons maker Lockheed Martin as the Southeast Asian nation continues to rebalance and strengthen its air force amid increasing rivalry between the United Stat...

Indonesia Moves Ahead with Boeing, Announces Commitment to Acquire F-15EX

Aug 23, 2023

The Republic of Indonesia and Boeing shared their commitment to finalise the sale of 24 F-15EX aircraft to Indonesia, subject to US government approval, during a visit of Indonesia’s Minister of Defence Prabowo Subianto to the United States....

Malaysian Company G7 Aerospace Signs MOU with Havelsan

Aug 13, 2023

Malaysian aerospace company, G7 Aerospace Sdn Bhd has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with major Turkish defence company, Havelsan, to collaborate on Avionics Depot Level Maintenance (DLM). This cooperation is to jointly support legacy air...

Malaysian Company G7 Aerospace Signed Collaboration Agreement with Turkish Aerospace

Aug 10, 2023

Malaysian aerospace company, G7 Aerospace Sdn Bhd signed a Collaboration Agreement on ANKA Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Industrial Collaboration Programme (ICP) with Turkish Aerospace Inc. at IDEF’23 in Istanbul. This agreement is preamble to a contr...

EU countries sign up to European Defence Agency’s joint procurement for CBRN and soldier equipment

Jul 27, 2023

Several EU Member States have signed the European Defence Agency (EDA) project arrangements for the collaborative procurement of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) equipment, and for soldier equipment....

Turkish FNSS Vehicles Highlight Malaysia's Military Power in Defense Exercise

Jul 20, 2023

Turkish FNSS, through its official Twitter account, on July 18, 2023, highlighted the key moments of a large-scale firepower exercise that took place in Gemas, Malaysia, showcasing the impressive performance of the AV8 Gempita armored vehicles. These...

UK Defence willing to spend £1 billion in boosting its hypersonic missile capability

Jul 19, 2023

The British Ministry of Defence is set to spend up to £1 billion on accelerating its acquisition of hypersonic weapons, Lydia Chantler-Hicks reports in the Evening Standard....

Mildef Wins Order from Malaysian Army for Light Forward Repair Vehicles

Jul 15, 2023

Malaysian defence company Mildef International Technologies has won a contract to supply Light Forward Repair Vehicles to the Malaysian Army....

Naval Group Willing to Assist Philippine Navy Develop Submarine Base at Subic

Jul 14, 2023

MANILA – France’s Naval Group has offered to assist the Philippine Navy (PN) in developing Subic Bay in Zambales into a modern naval base for its submarine operations in the company’s bid to supply its submarines for the service....

UN Indonesian troops completed training on Australian army Thales Bushmaster armored vehicles

Jul 07, 2023

A group of twenty-five soldiers from the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI) Peacekeeping Centre proudly assembled for a parade at the Gary Holmes Centre, located at 5th Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment (5RAR), after successfully completin...

Philippine Coast Guard to Deploy Drones to Boost Maritime Capabilities

Jun 11, 2023

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is planning the use of high-end drones to boost its capabilities and strengthen border security....

Taiwan’s AIDC Pushes for Domestic Plane Production

Jun 11, 2023

Aerospace Industrial Development Corp (AIDC) General Manager, Ma Wan-chun said that the Republic of China Air Force (Taiwan Air Force) should look at the local defence and aerospace industry when planning for the replacement of the Beechcraft T-34C t...

thyssenkrupp Marine Systems and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited Intent to Build Submarines in India

Jun 10, 2023

With India being one of Germany’s strategic partners, thyssenkrupp Marine Systems is keen to again demonstrate its expertise in the Indian market....

Malaysian and US Forces Strengthen Security Ties at Bersama Warrior Exercise

Jun 09, 2023

KUANTAN — The ninth annual Bersama Warrior exercise commenced here June 6, 2023, with an opening ceremony officiated by Malaysian Armed Forces Joint Force Headquarters Deputy Assistant Chief of Staff for the J3, Royal Malaysian Navy First Admiral Pul...

Berry Aviation Wins Philippine Airlift Support Contract

Jun 02, 2023

The team of Berry Aviation, Inc (BAI) and Columbia Helicopters has been awarded a key defence contract to provide airlift and medical support to US and coalition forces operating and in the Philippines by United States Transportation Command (USTRANS...

LIMA 23: Malaysian MoD signs several major procurement contracts

May 28, 2023

Amongst a slew of contracts signed at LIMA 2023 in Langkawi on 25 May, the Malaysian Ministry of Defence (MoD) inked deals for several important defence acquisitions....

DSA and NATSEC ASIA 2024 Ready to Unite the Global Defence Industry

May 25, 2023

The organizers of DSA and NATSEC Asia 2024 have confirmed the participation of a large number of local and international exhibitors at next year’s show....

RMAF Stays on Modernisation Trajectory

May 24, 2023

Malaysia’s armed force, which are preparing for the future battlefield, provided an insight into their future plans at LIMA 23....

Taiwan To Begin Light Frigate Construction In June

May 22, 2023

A relatively early internal Light Frigate concept design by the National Chung-Shan Institute of Science & Technology, unveiled in the 2018 Kaohsiung International Maritime & Defence Expo....

Indian Battle Tank Zorawar Getting Ready for Testing by Year End

May 20, 2023

India’s light tank Zorawar, which is being developed jointly by DRDO and private sector firm L&T, is expected to be ready for trials in the high-altitude mountainous border with China by the end of the year, news agency ANI has reported....

Indian Navy Destroyer Fitted With Lanza-N 3D Radar

May 19, 2023

Spanish defense contractor Indra is equipping an Indian Navy destroyer with the naval version of the LANZA 3D radar, LANZA-N. This marks the beginning of the delivery of 23 radars that the company will supply to the Indian Navy over the next decade....

Indonesian Navy Commissions 2 KCR-60M Fast Attack Craft

May 18, 2023

The Indonesian Navy (TNI AL) commissioned its fifth and sixth KCR-60M (Kapal Cepat Rudal-60 Metre) Fast Attack Craft (FAC) in a ceremony held Tuesday, May 17, in Surabaya City, East Java. The contract for both ships was signed in 2019 and, despite th...

Japan Is Looking For A New Class Of FFM Frigates

May 17, 2023

The JMSDF is seeking a new variant of multi-mission stealth frigates for fiscal year 2024 and beyond. The project is officially called “new-class FFM”....

Industry makes renewed calls for expanded naval capabilities

May 16, 2023

Defence industry is rallying to hold government’s feet to the fire over its recognition that Navy requires more firepower and faster, two questions remain: will government heed the expertise, and will they make a decision in time?...

India’s First C295 Maiden Flight A Success!

May 08, 2023

Seville/New Delhi: The first C295 for the Indian Air Force has successfully completed its maiden flight, marking a significant milestone towards its delivery by the second half of 2023....

SAF Singapore Army to get Colt IAR Infantry Automatic Rifles

May 05, 2023

Singapore has confirmed it has selected the Colt Infantry Automatic Rifle as its next standard-issue automatic weapon in its army, replacing a homegrown design that has been in service for over 40 years, Mike Yeo reports in Australian Defence Magazin...

Philippine Army to receive all Sabrah ASCOD 2 light tanks in 2023

Apr 26, 2023

Elbit Systems received a three-year contract worth $172m to supply Sabrah light tanks to the Philippine Army in January 2021. The entire delivery is expected to be completed by 2023, with the tanks to be assigned to the Philippine Army's sole armored...

Pakistan army to receive 56 additional NORINCO SH-15 Self-Propelled Howitzers

Apr 25, 2023

According to Umair Aslam in Defense Talks, the Pakistani Army is set to receive the 2nd batch of Chinese-made NORINCO SH-15 Self-Propelled Howitzers (export variant of the PCL-181). A ceremony was also held in China to mark the production of 56 SH-15...

Solar Industries India to supply Nagastra-1 loitering munitions to Indian army

Apr 24, 2023

According to PSU Watch, Solar Industries India Ltd announced that Economic Explosives Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Solar Industries India, has bagged a Rs 212-crore contract from the Ministry of Defence. "Economic Explosives Ltd, a wholly-owned...

DRDO with Larsen & Toubro to build prototype of light tank with John Cockerill turret for Indian army

Apr 24, 2023

According to the Indian outlet Business Standard, with the Indian Army on a major drive to equip itself adequately on the Sino-Indian border, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) have joined hands to develo...

Vietnam upgrades its Scud tactical ballistic missiles with foreign partners

Apr 24, 2023

In a recently released video by the Vietnamese armed forces, the 490th Brigade of the Vietnam People's Army can be seen participating in a training exercise involving the deployment of Scud tactical ballistic missiles. Vietnam is currently working wi...

Malaysia reviews planned acquisition of new self-propelled howitzers

Apr 21, 2023

Citing information published by the "Asia Pacific Defense Journal", the Malaysian Ministry of Defence has reportedly reviewed its planned acquisition of Turkish-made Yavuz 155mm self-propelled howitzers manufactured by the Defense Company Makina ve K...

India to invest $915 Million in purchase of 250 Pralay ballistic missiles

Apr 17, 2023

According to information published by the Indian news website "Firstpost" on 16 April 2023, in a major move aimed at bolstering their rocket capabilities against potential threats from the northern borders, the Indian armed forces are set to purchase...

Airbus : Manned and unmanned teaming for autonomous flight and air-to-air refuelling

Mar 28, 2023

In just one year Airbus has achieved in-flight autonomous guidance and control of a drone using an A310 MRTT multi-role air-to-air refuelling tanker....

PT Pindad from Indonesia launches AM1 new assault rifle variant

Mar 23, 2023

An Indonesian weapons company, PT Pindad, located in Bandung, West Java, recently announced their new weapon product, Defense Studies report. Quoted from the official pindad.com website, last January PT Pindad held a trial demonstration of a new aimi...

Pakistan purchases 679 Chinese VT4 tanks that will be assembled locally

Mar 20, 2023

According to the latest report of the SIPRI Arms Trade Database 2022, Pakistan signed a contract with China for the purchase of 679 VT4 MBTs (Main Battle Tanks) that will be assembled and produced under license in Pakistan under the brand name of Hai...

Fighting Eagle to be Mainstay of RMAF Light Attack Squadrons

Mar 18, 2023

KUALA LUMPUR: The FA-50 “Fighting Eagle” aircraft made by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) for the Royal Malaysian Air Force is a very capable fighter of its class that will see it becoming the mainstay of the service’s light combat aircraft (LCA) sq...

Singapore Navy Transfers ex-Fearless class Patrol Vessels to the Royal Brunei Navy

Mar 16, 2023

SINGAPORE: Singapore Chief of Defence Force Lieutenant-General Melvyn Ong Su Kiat and Commander Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) Major General Muhammad Haszaimi bin Bol Hassan jointly officiated the handing over and taking over ceremony of an ex-Fear...

Malaysian Army to be Equipped with Black Hawk Helicopters

Mar 14, 2023

KUALA LUMPUR: The Malaysian Army will be equipped with leased medium-lift Black Hawk helicopters seen as a “stop gap” measure in the development of the service’s air wing to replace its Sikorsky S-61A4 “Nuri” helicopters, which has since been grounde...

Philippine Air Force Acceptance Ceremony of the Last Airbus C-295

Mar 09, 2023

MANILA: President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. led the acceptance and turnover of the last of three C-295 medium lift transporters acquired by the Philippines saying that the aircraft will boost the country’s defence capabilities....

Chinese defense budget 2023 to rise by 7.2 percent to reach USD 224.79 billion

Mar 06, 2023

China on Sunday, March 5, announced a draft budget for 2023 which will see the country's annual defense budget rise to 1.5537 trillion yuan ($224.79 billion), an increase of 7.2 percent, remaining single-digit for the 8th consecutive year. Liu Xuanzu...

South Korean FA-50 Fighter Jet Wins Malaysian Fighter Jet Contract, Disappointment for India’s LCA Tejas

Feb 25, 2023

South Korean FA-50 Fighter Jet Wins Malaysian Fighter Jet Contract, Disappointment for India’s LCA Tejas...

Malaysia Go For Korea’s FA-50 for its LCA Programme

Feb 24, 2023

KUALA LUMPUR/SEOUL: Korea Aerospace Industries, Ltd (KAI), South Korea’s sole aircraft manufacturer, announced today (Feb 24) it has won a 1.2 trillion-won (US$920 million) light combat aircraft deal from Malaysia, with the delivery set to begin in 2...

Sig MPX for Malaysian Army Special Forces

Feb 20, 2023

The Malaysian Army’s 11th Special Service Regiment under the 21st Special Service Group, namely the crack Uniform Squadron which is tasked with counter-terrorism operations domestically and abroad have taken delivery of the Sig Sauer 9mm MPX-K submac...