New Japanese strategy to up defense spending, counterstrike purchasesJapan has released its National Security Strategy, National Defense Strategy and Defense Buildup Program.7 weeks ago
See the weapons on display at Vietnam’s first defense expoVietnam showed off its upgraded Cold War-era, Soviet-made air defense systems at its first defense expo, improving their capabilities against threats.8 weeks ago
China J-15 jet spotted with domestic engine instead of Russia-made oneIt's the first time a production J-15 was seen fitted with the locally developed engines.
Japanese destroyers intercept ballistic missiles in tests with US NavyCooperative Engagement Capability allowed JS Maya to detect and track the missile target before sister ship JS Haguro shot it down.
China displays air-launched hypersonic missile at air show near TaiwanA pair of air-launched hypersonic missiles carried under the wings of a Xi’an H-6K bomber were at the show.
China’s J-20 with low-observable tech on display at Zhuhai AirshowStatic display at the show allowed photographers to obtain better resolution images of the aircraft than previously possible.
Singapore unveils new cyber-focused military serviceSingapore has officially inaugurated its fourth military branch as it seeks to combat modern threats in the digital domain.
Planet Labs satellite images show expansion of China air baseExpansion would enable operations by larger aircraft such as H-6 bombers or Y-20 tankers and transports
General Atomics SeaGuardian drone begins operations in JapanMeanwhile, Northrop Grumman-made early warning aircraft destined for the Japan Air Self-Defense Force arrived in the western part of the country.
Malaysia picks Turkish defense firm in drone dealThe purchase will be funded under Malaysia's five-year spending plan, rather than its defense budget, according to the country's defense minister.